Sometimes Leadership Feels Small

Kris Carter

Published on: 09/06/2026

A tiny elm tree growing from an upside-down flower pot taught me more about leadership than most books have. Real leadership rarely looks powerful. Often it just looks like refusing to stop growing — quietly, in conditions that were never ideal.

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Growing Out of the Broken Pot

Kris Carter

Published on: 02/06/2026

After one of those heavy leadership days, I found a small elm tree growing out of a forgotten, upside-down flower pot. It had bent itself toward the only light it could reach. That little tree showed me what real resilience looks like.

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Caregiver Burnout Is Real: Signs You Need Help

Kris Carter

Published on: 19/05/2026

"I'm fine." Most caregivers don't recognize burnout in themselves — they just keep going. After a lifetime in caregiving families and decades in healthcare, here are the quiet warning signs to watch for, and why asking for help is strength.

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One Last Pinky

Kris Carter

Published on: 03/03/2026

What does "One Last Pinky" mean? Read today's blog entry find out. A powerful hospice reflection on why end-of-life care isn’t paperwork—it’s presence. Learn what families should expect, what to ask, and how to choose a team that truly shows up.

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