Month: November 2025
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Oops, I Said Yes Again: Adventures in People-Pleasing
People-pleasing often feels automatic—saying yes before thinking. From volunteering as treasurer to long drives for meetings, these habits stem from early roles and societal rewards. Like lakes, balance matters: too much giving leads to burnout. Awareness and small pauses can restore equilibrium and protect well-being.
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A Sheet of Ice, A Lifetime of People
A lunchtime walk revealed the lake’s first thin layer of ice, its crystals forming intricate patterns in the calm cold. Watching this slow transformation reminded me of how relationships grow—tiny connections expanding over time into a strong, interconnected network. Standing there, I felt deep gratitude for those bonds.
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Work That Matters: On Service and Showing Up
A week at the NALMS conference reminded the author of the dedication shared across many professions. Childhood experiences inspired a career serving lakes, while TSA agents and federal workers exemplified service in other forms. No matter the field, showing up with purpose makes the world better.