Sound Bites

Why can it feel so difficult to admit that we don’t know something? This Sound Bite was inspired by my conversation with sport and performance psychologist Dr. Darby Bonomi, who reminded us that there is no shame in being at the beginning. But that got me thinking. Maybe being a beginner isn’t actually th...

What if resentment isn't the problem... What if it's the invitation? Inspired by my recent conversation with communication strategist and CEO Lee Caraher , this Sound Bite explores what often lies beneath resentment—and how a simple pause can help us move from assumptions and "shoulds" toward greater unde...

What if anxiety isn't trying to defeat us? What if it's asking us a question? In this Sound Bite, inspired by my recent conversation with Lisa Woodruff , I explore the role anxiety plays in our everyday lives—especially when we're trying to lead our homes, our work, and ourselves. We often thi...

After my conversation with Sheryl Robinson in Episode 293, I found myself sitting with an unexpected feeling: Hope. Not because everything is suddenly okay. Not because the challenges facing our communities have disappeared. And not because the future comes with guarantees. Instead, I found myself wonderi...

What happens when the way we've measured our importance no longer fits our lives? In this first Girl, Take the Lead! Sound Bite, I reflect on a question that surfaced after my conversation with Marisa Handler: If I am no longer defined by my title, accomplishments, or responsibilities, what makes me i...