5 Things / Cringe
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5 Things / Cringe

Today begins Pride month and our team has a bunch of workshops coming up (respond to book one!) In our planning sessions, a common theme is people being afraid of saying the wrong thing, of getting the LGBTQ letters wrong, or out of order. So they say nothing and the great disconnect continues.

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5 Things / Meaningful Moments
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5 Things / Meaningful Moments

Many people I know are stressed or grieving. It can be tough to find good vibes when it seems the world is falling apart. This weekend, a long weekend here in the U.S., I hope you prioritize things that bring you joy and peace.

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5 Things / Karen
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5 Things / Karen

My son Patrick and I were waiting at a fast food restaurant, that, on this occasion, was not very fast. We were on the way to an appointment and I was growing impatient. Patrick, 13, turned to me and said, “Mom, don’t go all Karen on them.”

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5 Things / Reconnecting
5 Things Bernadette Smith 5 Things Bernadette Smith

5 Things / Reconnecting

The number one goal my clients consistently have for my keynotes is to give people tools to connect with others. What’s the solution to a culture where people shut down instead of opening up?

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