Are you observing, or are you judging?
Judgements are observations, but observations don’t always have to be judgements. (Much like a square is technically a rectangle with equal-length sides, but not all rectangles are squares.)
Reflections of an Old Soul
Recently, someone who’s known me for more than 20 years described me as an old soul, and I couldn’t agree more. I’ve always felt that way, and that value is only becoming more clear and refined as I journey through this life. Last week when I shared a very vulnerable...
This Naked Mind: Control Alcohol, by Annie Grace
Are you a high-achiever wondering if drinking alcohol is limiting your potential? Perhaps this book will have some answers. The Executive Summary The social pressure to drink is massive. The social stigma that drinkers attach to non-drinkers is also massive. We can...
How to Age Gracefully
"I have to do it." vs. "I get to do it." Over the last few weeks, I've been spending a lot of my time around the 85-and-older crowd. It's quite easy to carry a conversation with them. They have mountains of life advice to share. In some ways, they've grouped...
Simplicity
sim·plic·i·ty simˈplisədē/ noun » the quality or condition of being easy to understand or do. » the quality or condition of being plain or natural. » a thing that is plain, natural, or easy to understand. Qualities associated with clarity, ease. It's deceptive. And...
Make time. Take Action.
What's on your mind today? Sometimes I wake up and don't even know what's really on my mind, because all I can see is my to-do list. The ever-present state of "business" is front and center. Again. It's a bit of a badge of honor, don't you think? I know I was raised...
Building the New
"The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new." I chose Philosophy as my minor in college, so I'm no stranger to Socrates and the like. However, this quote is not actually from the classical Greek philosopher....
27 Tips to Transform Your Health
Transform your mind and body with these simple, yet challenging tips. Tip 1: Put yourself first! If you've ever been on an airplane, you know that on EVERY FLIGHT they repeat the safety rules: put the oxygen mask on yourself first. Then help others. It's no different...
Designing Your Life
How to build a well-lived, joyful life. By Bill Burnett & Dave Evans
Big Magic
Creative Living Beyond Fear. By Elizabeth Gilbert