Feeling annoyed? You’re not alone

The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #98 I don’t have to venture far to find someone who’s annoyed or who’s annoying me. The amazing irrigation guy who saved our yard from a damaging leak but forgot to reset the controls. The waitress who delivered a wrong order then dropped the food as she rushed to take it […]

What if it’s not personal?

The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #74 Does it ever appear like things simply aren’t going your way? ·      That parking spot you were patiently waiting for got snagged by someone else. ·      You thought you’d lined up everything for a promotion and you’re passed over. ·      After preparing for a key presentation, you’re left out of […]

The next time you’re overwhelmed

The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #52 I was stopped in traffic this week when a moving company truck caught my attention. In those long, drawn out minutes I witnessed two of the moving truck drivers pull up the gate of the enormous rig. Inside I could see a substantial pile of furniture and boxes. It didn’t […]

Expectations and frustration

The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #49 For years – expectations have ruled my life in one way or another. Whether in education, marriage, raising kids, having a career, transitioning to another career, relationships – I have set high expectations for myself. At the same time, the expectations I have of those in my space – partner, […]

What drives you crazy?

The Coach’s Corner Newsletter #34 Maybe it’s the end of the first month of 2024. Last week’s full moon? World events? I’ve been feeling on edge. This week someone decided to speed through a very clearly marked stop sign in my neighborhood as I was walking to the park. I raised my hands, yelled something […]