The Blog

It’s amazing what you can find to do when you should, in fact, be preparing for your Big Thing. If you're a procrastinator, you’re not alone - not by a long shot. We've all been there, right? Avoiding the hard work in favor of the last minute, half-hearted hustle. Not...

Sometimes you just need to sit and lose yourself in a great book. I am delighted to share with you a few that have sparked my imagination, inspired me to change the way I think, and some that have brought me to tears. All of this with the power of the printed page....

Everyone gets nervous before they go on stage. It's perfectly normal. That being said, those jitters can easily turn to fear and fear blocks your inner light. When you are prepared, focused and calm, you give yourself the ability to shine brightly and inspire your...

Each time I play a character on television, I subtly step into a different persona. Yes of course, that's what the craft of acting is all about! Everybody tells a story about themselves by the way they move their body, the manner in which they speak and the energy...

I had the sincere pleasure of meeting Cheryl Hunter (http://www.cherylhunter.com) for the first time last week. A few nights earlier, I watched the unbelievable story she shared at a TEDx conference in Santa Monica in May. Her honesty, clarity, compassion and grace...

There is an art to everything and boasting about your latest accomplishment is no exception. People simply love a good story and when you learn how to toot your own horn gracefully, authentically and with enthusiasm, you inspire everyone you meet. You already know...

It's about time that Mr. Rogers became a YouTube sensation. Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was a safe haven to discover and talk about childhood fears and questions. His messages of kindness and connection inspired so many young minds. He cherished make-believe and...

I adore watching people speak about their work, their passion and their process.  I have spent many enjoyable hours on TED.com basking in the glory of people doing extraordinary things.  Not too long ago, this young man caught my attention.  Yes, he could very well be...

Sometimes life brings you "A-ha" moments at very surprising times. I was shooting an episode of the TV show, Bones, when I knew my life was destined for more. I believe that everyone should feel like the STAR of their own life. When you embrace your brilliance, you...

We are an incredibly visual society. For instance, you are introduced to someone new... How long does it take for you to form an opinion of him or her based on what you see? A second? Maybe two? I'm not talking about hairstyle or the clothes you wear. I'm not talking...