I've had some crazy adventures in the last couple of weeks that have been realllllly giving my patience, sanity and normal life situations a run for their money. Luckily, I am learning to adapt to new challenges and busting through some personal obstacles that I know I am not alone in. I just never really imagined that they would arrive in my 40's. I have no idea what took it so long but coping mechanisms are happily here better late than never so hooray for that.

Not only does it include a fun water main break in my front yard (all is fixed now thanks for whatever the heck 'blue glue' is called and skilled father-in-law. And an interesting interaction on Buckley and I's walk this afternoon, in the greatest protective way.

But I digress, Lets get to the unexpected article I found today written by @MarianneStenger (Marianne Stenger is a London-based freelance writer and journalist with extensive experience covering all things learning and development. She’s particularly interested in the psychology of learning and how technology is changing the way we learn. Her articles have been featured by the likes of ABC Education, The Huffington Post, Lifehacker, and Psych Central. Follow her on Twitter @MarianneStenger.) (link: https://www.opencolleges.edu.au/informed/features/7-ways-develop-cognitive-flexibility/)

Here's some great ways to train your brain to navigate through pivots and expand some cognitive flexibility:

1. Alter your everyday routine.

2. Seek out new experiences.

3. Practice thinking creatively.

4. Don’t always take the easy way.

5. Go out of your way to meet new people.

6. Transfer your learning.

7. Challenge your morals.

This week's #confetticorner from me this week is discussing a quick overview of my new work challenges and opportunities as well as the maunch lerch (aka MERCH LAUNCH) on 6/25 and why that date is so significant to me. I am so excited for you guys to see what is in store and Thank you for always showing up for me, I love you bunches.