The Inspiring Bee

Finding purpose in climate action.

Category: Inspiring People

  • Inspiring People: Q&A with Yoga Teacher Amanda Webster

    Tweet People who pursue their passion inspire me. With their courage, determination and faith, they’re blazing the trail for other dreamers to follow their dreams. In the past, I’ve had the opportunity to interview a celebrity designer, successful author, Olympic medalist, and my favorite design bloggers. Today, I’m featuring someone who I’ve admired for a long…

  • A True American Dream Fulfilled

    Tweet I love having the opportunity to write about truly inspiring people. Small business owner Elsa Talavera is one of them. She’s not only uber successful, but she’s one of the sweetest people I’ve met: “Elsa Talavera has a knack for achieving what she sets her mind to. Born and raised in the Philippines, she…

  • Designing Your Life With Expert Kelli Ellis

    Tweet   A few weeks ago, I received 2 emails that made me literally jump for joy. This was one of them. HGTV, TLC, and Bravo featured designer Kelli Ellis contacted me about her recently penned book on design inspiration. Do I Look Skinny in this House? How to feel great in your home using Design…

  • People Who Inspire Me

    Tweet 2013 has already started with a few unexpected surprises. One started with this little comment I wrote for O magazine. It was the second Q&A comment that got selected in the past few years only this time I was writing from Kailua instead of San Jose. And that’s not the only thing that was…

  • Overcoming Sucky Days

    Tweet by: guest blogger Today was just one of those days! You probably know the kind I’m talking about. The ones that just drain all the energy from you. You get home from work with a million things that need doing; but somehow, you just don’t seem to have any energy to do them. Instead,…

  • Part II: Living Joyfully with Bonnie St. John

    Tweet This was one of my first interviews. And still a favorite. If you’re feeling down about a recent failure or you don’t know how to go from where you are to where you want to be, then you’ll definitely want to read this… I love what you say in Following Dreams about the difference…

  • How to Feel Joy Again

    Tweet When I first saw Bonnie St. John in the documentary Following Dreams” her story moved me to tears.  A best-selling author, mother and inspirational speaker Bonnie has met every challenge given to her with grace, courage and determination.  She is a hero to many (including me).  Bonnie definitely walks the walk, proving by her strength…