Category Archives: best self

A Good Life is Purposeful and Passionate

Posted on March 7, 2025 by Patti Fralix

The question is often asked, “Which is more important, Purpose or Passion?” I think that question puts the wrong focus on this issue. Purpose and Passion are both important, and the best answer to the Purpose and Passion importance question … Continue reading →

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Serving Customers

Posted on February 28, 2025 by Patti Fralix

I have long been interested in customer service. It is one of the three areas of focus of my business, The Fralix Group, and has been for all thirty-three years that I have been in business. The other two areas … Continue reading →

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Who Are Your People?

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Patti Fralix

As I think about my people, I divide them into three categories: Family, Friends, and Others. I have long since learned that it is hard to maintain relationships at all, much less relationships in which there is no logical connection … Continue reading →

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Criticism To Ignore

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Patti Fralix
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The Gift of Forgiveness

Posted on December 16, 2024 by Patti Fralix

Don’t let them go to their grave, or you to yours, without forgiveness. If reconciliation is possible, strive for reconciliation. But if reconciliation is not possible, and/or if it is too late for that, forgive. Forgiveness is always possible, even … Continue reading →

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Paying Attention To The Tension

Posted on November 23, 2024 by Patti Fralix

I love to listen to podcasts, and especially when I am walking. I recently listened to a podcast by Andy Stanley, and it touched me so much that I have listened to it twice. The podcast is titled “better decisions, … Continue reading →

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Communication Matters

Posted on November 14, 2024 by Patti Fralix

I am sure it is partly my age, but I struggle with the lack of clear and timely communication, especially written communication. The area where I find this most troublesome is with texts. I decided it is time to address … Continue reading →

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Habits Are Harder to Break Than To Make

Posted on October 24, 2024 by Patti Fralix

Being successful in life requires good habits. One definition of a habit is “a regular practice, or usual manner of behavior.” We all have habits, some good, some not so good. Good habits help us become better people, achieving our … Continue reading →

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Another Year Is Almost Over

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Patti Fralix

With the end of October around the corner, another year is almost a wrap. With each passing year I marvel at the passing of time. This was reinforced to me this week by spending time with our oldest granddaughter, Mary … Continue reading →

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The Space Between Knowing and Doing

Posted on August 24, 2024 by Patti Fralix

I heard this phrase, The Space Between Knowing and Doing, in the past few days, and I am not sure where I heard it.  But it resonated with me so much that I want to pen some thoughts about it. … Continue reading →

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