
5 Things / Trojan Horse
For years, I had a front-row seat to witness transformation. I got my first business license in Boston in February 2004 when I started the first wedding planning business in the US to plan legal LGBTQ weddings.

5 Things / Cringe
Today begins Pride month and our team has a bunch of workshops coming up (respond to book one!) In our planning sessions, a common theme is people being afraid of saying the wrong thing, of getting the LGBTQ letters wrong, or out of order. So they say nothing and the great disconnect continues.

5 Things / Meaningful Moments
Many people I know are stressed or grieving. It can be tough to find good vibes when it seems the world is falling apart. This weekend, a long weekend here in the U.S., I hope you prioritize things that bring you joy and peace.

5 Things / Karen
My son Patrick and I were waiting at a fast food restaurant, that, on this occasion, was not very fast. We were on the way to an appointment and I was growing impatient. Patrick, 13, turned to me and said, “Mom, don’t go all Karen on them.”

5 Things / Reconnecting
The number one goal my clients consistently have for my keynotes is to give people tools to connect with others. What’s the solution to a culture where people shut down instead of opening up?