faith
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The Let Him Theory
My daughter was recently in town, and one of our favorite things to do together is wander through bookshops. A new one has just opened near us, so naturally it moved to the top of our list. We love slow browsing the hardcovers and paperbacks that remind us where we’ve been and invite us into… Continue reading
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Keeping Your Membership Active
“Membership has its privileges.” Most of us recognize the tagline from American Express’s iconic marketing campaign. The message was clear: belonging to this group came with unique, high-value advantages not available to everyone. Access. Benefits. A sense of security. But there was also an implied responsibility. Membership had to be maintained. Accounts had to stay… Continue reading
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Learning to Be Sold Out
This past week was our company’s annual sales meeting. People from around the country converged in one place to share insights, research, and industry knowledge, revisit our core values, and cast vision for the year ahead. It’s always a meaningful time—full of learning, collaboration, and connection. Our company has historically been sales-driven, while I lead… Continue reading
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The Ultimate New Year’s Resolutions
It’s that time of year again—when the Christmas decorations get packed up and returned to the attic, the twinkle lights come down, and we make space for what’s next. A new year invites us into new beginnings. It offers the chance for a fresh start, a clean slate, and renewed vision. That’s why the turning… Continue reading
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He Appeared and the Soul Felt Its Worth
On Christmas Eve, we attended a festive service at church, holding candles and singing carols. While singing O Holy Night, I was stirred by a lyric I have sung a million times but never really thought twice about. We sang: “Till he appeared and the soul felt its worth.” In that moment, the weight of those words pressed… Continue reading
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Make Life Exciting Again
My two college-aged kids got home last week, and I had all the feels of Christmas. That next-level excitement that has you tracking their flight routes like a kid watching the Santa tracker app. As they each made their arrival, there was sheer joy—relief, gratitude, and the unmistakable feeling that the house was alive again.… Continue reading
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Run to Win
This weekend was one of my favorite annual traditions: the Santa Run. More than 8,000 identically clad Santas filled our neighborhood streets to do a 5K. Everywhere you look—Santa. The mix of endorphins and merriment never disappoints. Watching the sea of red suits moving at every imaginable pace, I began thinking about the dynamics of… Continue reading
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How to Be an Influencer
’Tis the season to be Christmas shopping, and if your inbox or social feed looks anything like mine, you’re probably being bombarded with listicles promising the best gifts of 2025. Suddenly every influencer has a “Top 10 Must-Haves,” “Gifts You Didn’t Know You Needed,” or “What I’m Buying for Everyone on My List.” And honestly?… Continue reading
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Entitled to Gratefulness
This past week, I experienced one of my favorite Thanksgivings ever. It was one of those days where everything simply felt right. We had amazing food, world-class San Diego weather, and a home filled with people who just make your heart happy. Several times throughout the day I found myself saying, “We are so blessed,”… Continue reading
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Transitioning to Transforming
Life is full of transitions. Some are monumental; others, barely noticeable. Yet each one reshapes us in ways both big and small. Lately, I’ve noticed transitions all around me. My sister and a dear friend are learning to navigate life without their spouses. Another loved one and close friend are walking through the exhausting rhythm… Continue reading
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