✨The Golden Egg

Have you ever noticed how many types of eggs are sold at your favorite grocery store? Between sizes, colors, organic, and locally grown, the options seem endless. But today, a different egg came to mind: The Golden Egg.

🥚 A Lesson from Darren Hardy

Recently, I heard one of my favorite success mentors, Darren Hardy, share the story of a very successful man. His biggest worry wasn’t money or success—it was the number of true friends he didn’t have.

As his empire grew, what kept him up at night was the realization that he didn’t have close friends who would drop everything in the middle of the night to help him.

Darren challenged me (and now I’ll challenge you):
👉 List your ten closest relationships and ask yourself: Who would actually answer that 2 a.m. call?

🌟 My Golden Eggs

Not because of what they do for me, but because of the connections we share. Golden Eggs are the people you treasure, and who treasure you back. They are the ones who walk through life with you, in the joy and in the mess, simply because the bond is real. Here are the friends and loved ones who came to mind for me:

• Two childhood best friends I still keep in touch with through Facebook Messenger.

• My favorite cousin: we grew up almost like twins—he was born exactly one week before me. Even though we don’t talk or see each other often, our connection is special. I deeply admire all he has accomplished and his amazing creative mind.

• A wedding friend who I met thirty years ago. She was a guest at my wedding and we still talk monthly and visit when she is in town.

• A longtime neighbor turned close friend—we’ve shared many double dates and experiences over the years.

• Three mastermind friends: an attorney who has become like a dear uncle to me, a doctor who is my accountability partner, and a real estate investor with whom I share a special connection—we always seem to know the right time to call or text each other. They inspire me, cheer me on, and I hope I do the same for them.

• Two dear friends, my best friends who introduced me to my husband thirty-five years ago (he says I “stole” them—LOL, true!). We meet monthly and we text or call often about everything!

I’m also blessed with family members and church friends who I know would run to my rescue at 2 a.m. and I would do the same for them!

These are my Golden Eggs. Not because of what they do for me, but because of the deep connections we share—the laughter, the support, the history, and the journey of life together.

💡 Building Your Golden Eggs

Building relationships can feel daunting—especially when we barely have time for a shower. But as Darren shared, even the most successful people need true friendships. And sometimes, it just takes small shifts to start nurturing them.

Ask yourself:

• What small shifts can I make to open myself up to deeper friendships?

• Who is my support when life gets hard?

• Who would run to my rescue at 2 a.m.?

• Who are my Ten Golden Eggs?

💙 Your Turn

I’d love to hear from you—
👉 Who are your Golden Eggs?
Email me at [email protected] and share your list (even if it’s just one or two names). Let’s celebrate those life-giving friendships together.

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🌍 TSA Panic & Quick Thinking

Ever forgotten something at TSA and had to navigate airport shuttles, trains, or skyways to get it back? 🙃

Here’s what happened to me at Denver International Airport:

• I took the bus to the train from downtown Denver to the airport—smooth sailing… until the shuttle from TSA to the terminals.

• Halfway there, I realized my ticket (and phone!) were missing. Panic mode: ON. 😱

• Quick thinking: I hopped off, took the train going the opposite direction back to TSA… but it dropped me at luggage claim, not security.

• I waited for people to exit, slipped through the opposite door, and navigated upstream like a determined salmon 🐟 back to the correct security lane.

• I asked the TSA agents: “Have you seen a Samsung phone with a red case? Press the button and you’ll see my family on the screen and my ICE info—I can unlock it with my thumb.”

• One agent pulled it out of a box—success! 🎉

Thanks to arriving early, I had time to recover without worrying about missing my flight. I hopped back on the train and arrived at my terminal and gate just in time.

Travel Takeaways:

• ✨ TSA agents are usually kind—they’re just doing their job. Patience goes a long way.

• ⏰ Always give yourself plenty of extra time at the airport.

• 💡 Stay calm and problem-solve. Humor and persistence can save the day!

If you ever find yourself in a situation like this, ask different staff members! I asked two staff and they didn’t know, but the third one knew exactly how to get back to TSA. When time matters, asking for help can make all the difference. 🙌

This is how I felt going upstream! Courtesy of NOAA Fisheries 😀 

🌱 The Power of Relationships

In his 2016 TED Talk, Dr. Robert Waldinger shared lessons from The Harvard Study of Adult Development, a 75-year study that began in 1938. Researchers tracked men from very different backgrounds—some who served in World War II, others from disadvantaged neighborhoods—to see what contributes to a happy, fulfilling life.

Over the decades, these men became factory workers, lawyers, and even a U.S. president. Some developed unhealthy habits, while others achieved professional success. Yet the most important lesson was clear:

“The lessons aren’t about wealth or fame or working harder and harder,” Dr. Waldinger said.
“Good relationships keep us happier and healthier. Period.”

Key Takeaways from the Study:

1. Social connections are really good for us – we thrive when we have supportive relationships.

2. The quality of the relationship matters – close, meaningful bonds are more important than the number of friends.

3. Good close relationships protect not just our bodies, but our brains – strong relationships help us stay emotionally and mentally healthy as we age.

Lessons for Parents and Caregivers:

• Invest in quality connections: It’s not about having lots of friends, but about having a few close, supportive relationships.

• Relationships protect your health: Strong bonds support both emotional and physical well-being.

• Handle conflict thoughtfully: The way we navigate disagreements affects our overall happiness.

• Nurture intentionally: Building meaningful relationships takes effort, but the payoff is life-long support, joy, and resilience.

💡 For parents and caregivers, investing time and energy into nurturing meaningful relationships doesn’t just enrich your life—it models the importance of connection for your children and creates a supportive network that sustains you through challenges.

Below is the full video of the Harvard study.

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