by Tara Tollefson Gronhovd | Jan 27, 2015 | Leadership
I have a problem. If I’m in a group and there is a lack of leadership, I will jump in to lead even if no one appointed me the leader — even if it’s not appropriate. It’s an illness, really. I can’t help myself. It feels similar to when I was in a classroom as a...
by Tara Tollefson Gronhovd | Jan 1, 2015 | Relationships
Every time I write an article or speak about dating, my husband laughs a little and says, “but you only got it right once!” This is true . . . but dating isn’t something you want to get good at practicing. Dating is one of those things you really only want or need to...
by Tara Tollefson Gronhovd | Dec 1, 2014 | Financial
I am a recovering financial disaster. I would like to say I’m fully recovered, but I know how easy it is to slip into past bad habits. I’m writing this article as much as a reminder to myself as to be insight for others. I was a single mom for 18 years (until getting...
by Tara Tollefson Gronhovd | Nov 10, 2014 | Life Issues
This whole empty nesting thing is for the birds. Seriously, you can have it. I’m too young and too tied to my identity as a Mom to embrace it. At the time of writing this, it’s been less than 48 hours and yet I woke up this morning feeling like I’m...
by Tara Tollefson Gronhovd | Oct 20, 2014 | Relationships
As I said the words, “You’re not ready,” we both winced. I paused and softened my tone, “I’m sorry, but you are not ready.” These were tough words to say and I’m sure tougher for my friend to hear as she struggled with loneliness — just like I once did. Based on...
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