by Patricia C. Brooks | Mar 24, 2018 | fulfillment, Goals, leap of faith, Time
The pace of life has slowed a bit. It seems more manageable, less frenzied, even though I have a lot going on. It’s Saturday already but the thought that the week is coming to a close doesn’t produce anxiety or disappointment. It used to because I wasn’t...
by Patricia C. Brooks | Mar 5, 2018 | Food for Thought AND Action, Goals
How are dreams formed? I’ve never really thought about that, but as I sit here in France living one of my own dreams, the question crossed my mind. I am going to try to answer it because I’m sure it will help others find and reach their dreams and deepest desires....
by Patricia C. Brooks | Feb 19, 2018 | Food for Thought AND Action
“I should absolutely go.” I tell myself, logically. “The more people I meet here in France the better.” I awoke this morning feeling disinclined, however, to go to a meeting I have been attending regularly. The people are nice, there is often value...
by Patricia C. Brooks | Aug 12, 2017 | Goals, Growing Bold
Sarah is a hoarder now. I discovered this when I went to spend the weekend at her house, recently. Sarah has been a lifelong friend of mine, since fifth grade. My visit showed me not only the deteriorating conditions she is living in, but how much we’ve grown...
by Patricia C. Brooks | Jan 16, 2017 | Goals
Several weeks ago I went to an entrepreneurial workshop. It was part of a membership program I’d signed up for in 2015. At the workshop, I saw several new faces and a handful of regulars. What I noticed about the regulars was that they seemed to be marking time. ...