Fallen Leaves
Seasons change slowly and then all of a sudden. Where do our fallen leaves go? I’m not sure how it happened. I think it was overnight;...
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Karina
- 4 min
Searching for Our Story
How can we recognize our own story, and how can we function during the inevitable montage?Use narrative arc to create a powerful life story.
Karina
- 4 min
The power of the senses
As I step outside into spring, the crisp, fresh air fills my lungs. In the North, spring graces us with a certain distinctive smell, one of
Karina
- 4 min
You are never too old for encouragement
That still, small voice can become overpowered by the voices of others, and so silence protects. But the silence also prevents.
Karina
- 7 min
Maybe we need a warm-up?
I don't know about you, but I've been feeling stuck in a bit of a winter rut. Here in the North, a deep cold has moved in and settled over
Karina
- 4 min
When the Band Breaks Up
How we mark life's transitions and goodbyes can honor and strengthen our collaborative relationships. August 2019 It's been a month of...
Satchel & Bel
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Conversations
One I Want To Drive Far. we should whisper. Why? There Is No One Else. right. so do it for me. hmm. fair. not that quiet. better? yes. i...
Karina
- 6 min
What Great Choral Conductors Can Teach Speakers and Leaders
Learning leadership through the collaborative process of creating music. Music served as one of my first loves. At an early age, I spent...
Karina
- 3 min
I hear you.
Strategies for empathetic listening in a world you sometimes want to tune out. Tuning out As a highly sensitive person who absorbs more...
Karina
- 3 min
Your Circle of Influence
You can begin leading right where you are through your Circle of Influence. (Even if it's just leading yourself away from the breaking...
Karina
- 3 min
Stand Strong on Your PVLEGS!
Add grace and power to your next speaking opportunity. Speaking with Grace I became a public speaker around age five. It was then that I...
Karina
- 3 min
Verbs Transform Us (and our writing)
Apply a simple writing hack to the rest of your life, and watch out world, here you come!
Karina
- 3 min
The Value of Cross-Generational Relationships
Girl, get yourself some grandma friends! I've just come back from a women's retreat at my church. Five hours of reflecting, writing,...
Karina
- 2 min
Outlining for the Real World
Using the power of three to create clarity in your thoughts and written word. I have a confession to make. When I was a student, I didn't...
Karina
- 3 min
"Leader" is not a Personality Type
As I work with young people in leadership, I am struck by how when asked to brainstorm all the qualities leaders posses, students are...
Karina
- 2 min
Finding Your Full Vocal Power
From mental to physical, speech exercises can help bring power to your presentations and conversations. I believe that all vocal work...
Karina
- 2 min
Honoring Group Balance
Valuing the contributions of both introverts and extroverts. Any theatre director knows that casting is a critical step in ensuring a...
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