Kimberly Benoy

Look at this photo and think about what you see. Each spring I buy flowers to put into hanging baskets along the front patio. The last few years I have bought petunias because they're pretty and the hummingbirds like them. This spring I was surprised to see what looked like a little petunia plant sprouting up from the ground below the basket. As it became bigger and then formed buds, I could see that yes, it was a volunteer petunia. We didn't plant it and I was surprised to see it since...

“When women come together, magic happens.” I have been saying that a lot lately, and every time I say it, I feel the truth of it land a little deeper. There is something powerful about women sitting in the same room. The shared laughter. The knowing looks. The way one woman’s story gives another woman permission to tell the truth. The way a room can soften when someone finally says, “Me too.” I connect with women often through my podcast, and I love those conversations. A podcast can create...

Some days, motivation feels like a distant memory. You sit down at your desk, ready to tackle your workshop prep or podcast editing, but your mind drifts. The to-do list grows longer, and the energy just isn’t there. I recently found myself in exactly that spot. Instead of pushing through, I made a choice that surprised me: I took my dog to the lake for a swim and gave myself permission to take a break. And you know what? That was exactly what I needed. When Motivation Runs Dry I’m sure many...