January 1st is just another day. So is your birthday. So are anniversaries. The cynical part of you rolls its eyes at the idea that a random square on a calendar could somehow be the moment when everything changes. Why decide that this is the day to start? So what’s the point? Why even begin? Funny enough — that is the point. Read one book each month.Beach body by July! Try one new recipe each week. Write in my journal for 30 straight days. Run a marathon by December! The timeline is the...

I had never watched “It’s a Wonderful Life” until about 10 years ago. It’s a classic movie, yet I never felt the urge to sit down and learn from the lessons of George Bailey. But 10 years ago, I took a leap and went to work for myself creating the Live Yes, And business. I had no earthly idea of how things were going to work out or how we would make ends meet. This is when I finally sat down and let George and his guardian angel Clarence, teach me about my life. Like George in the film, I...

Many of you know my dad passed away in September this year. He had many faults, but he never lost his generous spirit. My mom also passed away in 2017. She was a bright light wherever she went, and nothing brought her joy more than doing small acts of kindness for others. It’s just who she was. I turn 52 this month. My parents are gone, but they both showed me the power of kindness, compassion, and generosity. Life can be hard, but showing up each day with a mindset and intention to share...