Why We Should Celebrate People Even After They’ve “Made It”
I recently had a conversation with a very accomplished friend. Someone who has done incredible things. Books. Impact. Influence. He thanked me for sharing about his newest book. Not his…
When Everything Feels Heavy (And You’re Still Expected to Show Up)
Lately, everything feels heavy. The news.The conversations.The questions our kids ask.The emotions we carry into classrooms, meetings, and dinner tables. As both an educator and a parent, I’ll be honest…
Recalculating
Have you ever noticed how GPS responds when we make a wrong turn? It does not panic.It does not shame you.It does not say sorry. It says one simple word.Recalculating…
You Don’t Need a New Year. You Need a New Way to Treat Yourself.
Every January brings pressure. New goals.New habits.A new version of yourself you’re apparently supposed to become overnight. But most people I know don’t step into a new year needing a…
Still Standing
At the beginning of the year, many of us made lists. Goals we wanted to reach.Dreams we hoped to chase.Habits we promised ourselves we would finally stick to. Some of…
When the Holidays Feel Heavier Than They Look
The holiday season has a certain sparkle to it. The lights, the music, the traditions. The family gatherings. The excitement of giving. There’s a warmth that seems to wrap around…
Why ‘Bandaids’ Might Be the Ultimate Workplace Survival Song
Okay, let me start by saying this loud and clear: I absolutely love my current supervisor. He’s supportive, empowering, and the kind of leader that makes you want to do…
What We Focus On
Every Wednesday around mid-day, I pause for a few minutes to take stock of something most people never think about…what I’ve been focusing on. What have I been talking about…
Beneath the Surface
If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that there’s always more under the surface. Every person you pass by, every coworker you talk to, every friend you scroll past on…
When “Let Them” Goes Too Far
I’ve loved Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” theory since the first time I heard it. The idea is simple. Stop trying to control how others act, think, or feel. If people…
Self Care is More Than a Bubble Bath
When most people hear the words “self care,” they picture a candlelit bubble bath with soft music playing in the background. While that sounds wonderful, self care is so much…
3 Simple Ways to Manage Anxiety
Anxiety is something I know deeply. Not just the kind that shows up before a big presentation, but the kind that lingers, weighs heavy, and sometimes brings everything in life…
