Hallmark Christmas movies may be predictable, but they’re accidentally brilliant teachers. This playful reflection explores how the Ladder of Inference quietly drives misunderstandings in holiday romance classics and in our own lives. A lighthearted reminder that clarity changes everything, often without effort. Read More
A heartfelt holiday reflection on our shared humanity and the wish that lies beneath it all. When the noise of our thinking settles, we remember our innate kindness, strength, and wholeness. Four powerful videos help illuminate the deeper truth of who we are beneath the thought storm. Read More
The holiday hunt for the “perfect gift” often turns us into Olympic-level overthinkers. But clarity, not stress, is what helps us choose meaningful gifts. When the mind settles, like a snowglobe after a shake, shopping becomes less of a burden and more of an adventure. Read More
A simple workshop exercise taught me something profound: we’re almost always capable of more than we think. One extra inch. One percent more intention. That tiny shift can change results in ways we never expect. Here’s how a small increase in effort can create a massive ripple in performance and life. Read More
Feeling stuck is often the first sign that something new is trying to break through. Turning points are not dramatic events. They are simple moments when fresh thought arrives and life quietly begins to reshape itself. This post explores how real change happens and why one honest conversation can open the door to something new. Read More
Rick Ruppenthal | COACHING