When my kids were little, I constantly uttered the word, “No.” But as they started developing into their own persons, my emotions shifted. When they were little, their safety depended on my warning, but as they grew older I felt a hesitation. At first, I ignored this inclination, but eventually I investigated my heart and discovered the reason; I wanted them to like me. If you have trouble saying no to your kids too, this blog is for you.

As I sit at the dawn of a new year, I am aware that I have two choices.  I can see opportunity or obstacle.  I realize that I’m naturally wired to see opportunity.  Yes, I’m a glass is half full kind of gal.  But, I do believe that facing a new year requires self-leadership to focus on the opportunities God is creating in the messy, unresolved baggage I carry from 2016 into 2017.