Category Archives: change

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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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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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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Life’s Changes, Challenges, and Blessings

Posted on October 5, 2024 by Patti Fralix

I posted my first blog almost ten years ago. In all of that time, I have only missed posting weekly a few times, and I have never missed posting two weeks consecutively. That will change if I don’t post this … 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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Summer is Slipping Away

Posted on July 26, 2024 by Patti Fralix

It isn’t just the summer that is slipping away. Months and years are passing so quickly. Perhaps it is time to focus on what you want your next few years to include, while there is still time. Maybe it is … Continue reading →

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Be the Change

Posted on June 25, 2024 by Patti Fralix

One of my heroes is Gandhi. One of my favorite quotes from Gandhi is “You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” This quote speaks volumes to me. The tagline for my business of more than … Continue reading →

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The Hardest Thing About Working is the Coworkers!

Posted on June 21, 2024 by Patti Fralix

I was speaking with a new friend recently about her career. She had recently retired and was sharing her experience. While she did not give any details, she made the statement that “the hardest thing about working is the coworkers!” … Continue reading →

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