The Drivers Seat
I was helping my oldest with some relationship questions yesterday. She’s been dating a few different guys but wants to explore a serious relationship with...
There’s No Crying in Corporate
Have you ever thought about how odd it is that we trade our time for money? It feels normal because it’s all we’ve known, but in reality it’s a concept that...
Do The Thing
Thank you to Austin Kleon for making me aware of an article from Oliver Burkeman at The Guardian, “eight secrets to a (fairly) fulfilled life”. I love it...
Brain Dump
I’ve never attended any of my high school reunions. I didn’t hate school; in fact, I look back on my high school years with fondness. Unlike elementary or...
Nobody knows what they're doing
In the beginning I’m fascinated by children who have no fear of interacting with adults, the ones who will talk to their doctor or dentist during an...
Book Review - Do Nothing
This week’s newsletter is going to be a little different. We’ve been toying with the idea of reviewing books that we think might be helpful to our readers. I...
Normalization
In previous posts, I’ve written a little about my experiences dating post-divorce. Overall, my experiences were very positive, I met some amazing people....
Fighting With Kindness
“You think because I’m kind that it means I’m naive, and maybe I am. It’s strategic and necessary. This is how I fight.When I choose to see the good side of...
Change is Going to Come
Change is gonna comeYou better welcome itChange is gonna comeAnd gonna set you freeChange is gonna comeYou better welcome itChange is gonna comeAnd it is...
Life Happens, Write it down
I’m one of those weirdos that likes to journal. It’s like talking to yourself in print form. Which is good because talking yourself verbally (I also do this...
Confidently Incorrect
I have a confession: I’m a late bloomer. I tend to figure things out after everyone else around me has. I don’t know if it has anything to do with ADHD...
I’m Fine
This week’s newsletter is a little late. Let’s just say there’s a lot happening in my life at the moment. As a result, this post will also end up being a...
This is Water
The late David Foster Wallace compared thoughtfulness, cooperation, empathy, and living a compassionate life to the story about the fish who had never heard...
I Had No Idea What a Healthy Relationship Looked Like
Two Tubs, One Direction Before you dive into this week’s newsletter, please take a few minutes to read this article. Trust me, you’ll be glad you did. All...
This Isn’t Where I Thought I’d Be, But I’m Glad I’m Here.
Many years ago, when I was far younger and less experienced, I remember listening to an episode of This American Life titled “Plan B”. It’s all about how...
