Tag Archives: personal leadership

Making the Commitment

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Susan Ekins

“Commitment fuels action. Get clear about what you want to do and why you want to do it. Take action. Your time is now!” – Julie Connor, author We are past the midpoint of 2014. How are you doing on … Continue reading →

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Learning From Maya

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Susan Ekins

Originally posted on Commonplace Grace:
Maya Angelou 1928-2014 “When you learn, teach, when you get, give.” ― Maya Angelou Dr. Maya Angelou passed away peacefully on May 28th. She was a poet, memoirist, performer, educator, activist and mother. In 1982,…

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Are you a Leader in Your Own Life?

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Susan Ekins

“Leadership is a series of behaviors rather than a role for heroes.” – Margaret Wheatley Are you a leader? Google this question and you’ll find articles and quizzes to help you determine the answer. But even if you are not … Continue reading →

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Friends of All Ages

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Susan Ekins

“If we all understood we can learn from both older and younger people, then we’d have a better world.” – Adora Svitak When my friend Tina went through chemotherapy for breast cancer some years ago, her experience deepened the friendship … Continue reading →

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Benefiting From a Journal

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Susan Ekins

“We should write because humans are spiritual beings and writing is a powerful form of prayer and meditation, connecting us both to our own insights and to a higher and deeper level of inner guidance.” – Julia Cameron Since the … Continue reading →

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Leading Our Lives

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Susan Ekins

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver I was taken aback when a friend asked if I’m retired. I said, “I’m not doing anything for pay but I … Continue reading →

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