“Go Big or Go Home” is a saying that is commonly used in my vocabulary. I like to dream big.  When I do something, I go all the way, putting my whole energy and heart into a project.

Over the Christmas holidays, I came up with an idea: I am going to post a random thought every day for the year 2012.  I am not focusing on only a monthly challenge – this is a year’s challenge to myself. I devised the challenge for three reasons: 1) stories are so very important; 2) your voice matters; and 3) people need a community which validates them.

The posts will vary in length and consist of: personal stories (my own and others) with important lessons, research findings, inspiring quotes, photos, and videos.  Each post will end with a couple of thought questions to get discussion going. A list of topics I will be writing about will be posted on the calendar online: right now, they are body image, self-esteem, motivation, sport psychology, etc.  For a full list, check my blog. If there are any topics you would like to discuss, please let me know.

I love reading magazines and thought, “Why not create my own version of a magazine?”   It will be kind of like my own version of a book club with ideas to make you think. Written responses and feedback are encouraged; if you feel inspired to write, share with the rest of us.

Looking forward to start this new adventure in 2012!!!

Thank you for reading and your presence at this beach retreat. You Rock! I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts in the comment section below.

See you at the beach!