Over prepare, then go with the flow.

Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

When you write a book, you are asking someone to make an investment in their time and money. A column can come and go as the weeks pass, but a book needs to be timeless.

No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.

Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift.

The secret to success, to parenting, to life, is to not count up the cost. Don't focus on all the steps it will take. Don't stare into the abyss at the giant leap it will take. That view will keep you from taking the next small step.

Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.