The MeEO™ Minute

The way we work, grow, and succeed is changing. I’m here to explore what that means for you. This blog is a collection of insights, strategies, and reflections designed to help you become a MeEO™ and take ownership of your career and life.

I pull from books, podcasts, research, and personal experiences to uncover practical ways to stabilize, grow, and thrive in today’s evolving world. If you’re looking to create a stronger, more sustainable foundation for your career and life, you’re in the right place.

Let’s build something great—together! 

Give Shinrin-yoku a Try

These days, life is overwhelming for many. Workloads exceed what we can handle. Layoffs. Politics. Caring for children…and parents. And so much more. We each have our own set of challenges. One activity that can provide benefits to all is shinrin-yoku. Forest bathing....
2023 Reflection – Year of Allow

2023 Reflection – Year of Allow

Each year, I select a word of the year. That word guides my direction and is a quick reminder of my goals and aspirations. The practice began in 2015 and words have included: Lead, Create, Transform, Joyful, Edit, and more. The word for 2023 was ALLOW. The Background...

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Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas

I hope you find peace and happiness relaxing with family and friends today and enjoying the magic of the season.

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PodList & Summary – 12.23.23

PodList & Summary – 12.23.23

Welcome to the Saturday post. Below is a quick recap of what was covered on the blogs this week as well as some podcasts that inspired me. Enjoy! Looking for “one more small thing” for the holiday?   Consider the Kindle version of One Shade Greener at Home or the...

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Vision for 2024

Vision for 2024

The last two weeks, the posts have covered the 8 dimensions of wellbeing – physical, emotional, occupational, financial, intellectual, social, spiritual, and environmental. For those who want to dive deeper, a 63-page workbook is available. After doing a reflection on...

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Strategic Life Plans

Strategic Life Plans

Business strategy is a process. Plans are written each month, quarter, and year. Vision is set for 5-25 years in the future. Mission and values are defined. Action plans are created. Companies dedicate time and resources to create a solid foundation to guide the...

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One Shade Greener – A Philosophy

One Shade Greener – A Philosophy

In 2010, I founded One Shade Greener. A company focused on the was environment. Change habits one by one to lighten our impact on the earth. Each step moving us One Shade Greener. That was 13 years ago. Today, the mission and philosophy still stand. Yet, my...

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Thriving

Thriving

I’ve been thinking about the process moving from an overwhelming life to a life where we are thriving. Over the years, books, podcasts, and research have shaped my life on my own journey. There is no magic solution. No one size fits all process. Things that work for...

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Sustainability, Clutter, and Wellbeing

Sustainability, Clutter, and Wellbeing

For the last 5 years, I’ve spent time in December reflecting on the year past. I use the 8 dimensions of wellbeing that were covered in the last two weeks: Physical, emotional, occupational, intellectual, environmental, financial, spiritual, and social. This year, I’m...

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PodList & Summary – 12.16.23

PodList & Summary – 12.16.23

Welcome to the Saturday post. Below is a quick recap of what was covered on both the personal development and sustainability blogs this week as well as some podcasts that inspired me. Enjoy! Personal Development This week continued the series of posts on the...

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Spiritual Wellbeing

Spiritual Wellbeing

The eighth and final wellbeing dimension in our series is Spiritual Wellbeing. Our spiritual wellbeing is the connection to our soul. Sometimes there are questions between emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Emotional wellbeing relates to how we feel when interacting...

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Environmental Wellbeing

Environmental Wellbeing

Our surroundings have a profound impact on our mental and physical health. Today, we explore the seventh dimension of wellbeing - environmental. The world we live in is a delicate balance of interconnected ecosystems. From the air we breathe, to the water we drink, to...

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Emotional Wellbeing

Emotional Wellbeing

Today, we are covering the sixth dimension of wellbeing – emotional. Our emotional wellbeing can be impacted by all the other wellbeing dimensions. We can feel stress from work. Joy from an intellectual hobby. Frustration with a relationship. Peace from a spiritual...

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Social Wellbeing

Social Wellbeing

Today, we will cover the fifth dimension of wellbeing – Social. Social wellbeing focuses on the relationships in our life. Family. Friends. Coworkers. Volunteer Teams. Book Clubs. Neighborhood Groups.  Online Communities. The connection we have to others has a...

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Intellectual Wellbeing

Intellectual Wellbeing

We are starting this week with the fourth dimension of wellbeing – intellectual. On Thursday, we talked about occupational wellbeing. Many are curious about the difference between occupational wellbeing and intellectual wellbeing. We can think of it this way -...

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Weekly PodList & Summary – 12.9.23

Weekly PodList & Summary – 12.9.23

Welcome to the Saturday post. Below is a quick recap of what was covered on both the personal development and sustainability blogs this week as well as some podcasts that inspired me. Enjoy! Holiday Ideas If you are looking for smaller gifts for those in your life,...

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