Thanksgiving 2025
Normally I would write a post about all the wonderful things I’m thankful for this year. But honestly, 2025 was brutal. Two injuries to my right leg thwarted my plans for my martial arts and growing... ...more
Martial Arts ,Resilience &Failure
November 26, 2025•1 min read
1st Anniversary of my Nidan Test
However, I had one beautiful moment on the test. A moment that was almost failure but I turned into a huge triumph. Here’s the story: ...more
Self-Defense ,Martial Arts My Black Belt Journey Personal Stories &Failure
September 19, 2025•2 min read
From Gutter Balls to Strikes
I went bowling for the first time in 40+ years, with my husband and friends who are actually pretty good. My score? • Gutter balls. • A foul (momentum carried me over the line). • I actually hit so... ...more
Martial Arts ,Personal Stories Failure Play &Flow State
August 15, 2025•2 min read
My Worst Job Interview
I was interviewing servers for the restaurant that I owned with my husband. The young woman was nervous, which is not unusual especially for a fine dining restaurant like mine. I offered her a glass ... ...more
Leadership ,Personal Stories &Failure
March 26, 2025•2 min read
Rejection Sensitivity Fuels Imposter Syndrome
🔹 Your brain is wired to fear rejection because, in the past, losing social connection meant losing safety. 🔹 Your life-and-death fear of speaking in public, singing karaoke, or putting yourself ou... ...more
tips and exercises ,Mental Health Hygiene Wellness Resilience &Failure
February 28, 2025•1 min read
Shame Spiral Stops Here
How to Break a Shame Spiral (Without Toxic Positivity) The Shame Spiral starts early. Neurodivergent kids struggle with tasks, get blamed instead of supported, and internalize the belief: 👉 "I'm bad.... ...more
tips and exercises ,Mental Health Hygiene Motivation Resilience Health And Wellness &Failure
February 06, 2025•2 min read
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