3 Ways to Make the Most of a Move
Like many millennials, my 20s have included their fair share of moves, and I have a pocket full of moving-related horror stories to accompany my…
Festivity Infusion: 3 Strategies for Making Weekends Fun During Quarantine
It has been months since I’ve set an alarm clock, worn dress pants, or sat in bad traffic while commuting to and from work, and…
How One Piece of Great Advice Continues to Play Out in My Life
A few years ago, I went through one of the most difficult seasons of my life. A recent move left me homesick for my old…
Discussion Diversity: 3 Things to Talk About Other Than Coronavirus
There’s a quote attributed to Eleanor Roosevelt that I’ve always loved: “Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.” Short and…
Learn from the Geniuses: Best Practices in Crafting an Inspiring Daily Ritual
Ludwig van Beethoven believed in the perfect cup of coffee, so he rose at dawn each morning and meticulously counted out 60 beans to prepare…
5 Ways to Push the Restart Button on Your Day
Anytime I go shopping, I find myself wishing that life had the same “ctrl+find” shortcut that my laptop does. To be able to track down…
Feeling Anxious? Be of Service
Here’s the thing: I know that I am lucky. As coronavirus holds our country and our global community hostage, I’m supremely grateful to have health…
Social Distancing School: How to Keep Growing While Stuck at Home
One of my favorite authors and podcasters, Gretchen Rubin, developed what she refers to as a “happiness formula.” Being happier, according to Rubin, involves considering…
Giving Up and Giving Away: Two Sides of the Lenten Coin
When I consider Lent, the first question that comes to mind is “what should I give up?” Though abstaining from meat, chocolate, alcohol or one…
The Benefits of Boundaries: Making Our Limits Clear in Life and Love
“Let’s plan to eat all our meals together,” my new neighbor gushed to the group gathered in our dorm’s lounge, awing me with her social…
