Larry’s Little Moments

Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful. With the right mindset—and a few practical shifts—you can trade stress for gratitude and make space for real connection.

There is a saying that describes what happens when we make assumptions (if you know, you know).  I have found the saying to be true, especially when it comes to relationships.

Veterans Day gives us a chance to pause and remember that leadership isn’t just a concept in a book or a principle we teach in workshops—it’s something lived out by the men and women who put on a uniform and chose service over self.

Sometimes the tool that gets the job done isn’t flashy—it’s consistent. The same is true for relationships. Keep showing up, keep trying, and don’t underestimate the power of steady effort.

The scariest threats to our relationships don’t wear masks or hide in shadows—they show up as fear, control, and unmet expectations. Let go of control, choose authenticity, and you’ll build trust that lasts.

Just like physical balance reflects strength and stability, emotional balance is key to healthy relationships. Regulating our responses builds the kind of connection that lasts.

Even our best traits have a shadow side. Without self-awareness, strengths like drive and ambition can lead to burnout and strain our relationships. Learning to regulate what we do well is where real growth begins.

Silence speaks, whether we mean for it to or not. If someone matters to you, let them know. Don’t ghost the people you care about… choose connection, even in the small things.

Trust grows in layers; from casual connection to deep, unshakable bonds. The people closest to your bullseye didn’t land there by accident… and staying there takes intentional effort.

A lot of things were going on in my life and my stress level was high. Instead of taking the opportunity to step back, I found myself reacting to all that was happening.