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Finding Joy in Baby Gratitudes
As you might know, I’m a big proponent of small steps—even micro ones—that keep us moving toward what matters most. At this time of year, gratitudes don’t have to be grand. Sometimes noticing the smallest details that enhance our lives
The future needs us to go deeper
Einstein once observed that our problems can’t be solved at the same level of thinking that created them. My take? To address our toughest challenges, we have to go deeper. When we stay on the surface, we often make things
The Art of Unknowing
When I was growing up, school rewarded us for what we knew. We were tested on facts and praised for correct answers. No one got brownie points for saying, “I don’t know the answer to that—it’s something I’d like to
If you need a hug—or some light today
This isn’t the blog I intended to write. I’ll skip any analysis of the world or elections and instead offer you my hand—and a hug if you need it. If you’re feeling confused, angry, shocked, withdrawn, or numb, I get
Because it’s complicated
High-end AI systems can now process a gigabyte (billion bits) of data per second. In contrast, human attention spans have declined to an average of just 8 seconds, according to recent research—which, amusingly, is one second less than that of
We’re in this together
Fear and worry can constrict us, prompting us to hold our energy protectively when we sense danger. These feelings can separate us, making us feel alone—even when many others share our concerns. We become smaller versions of ourselves, tightly wound
Celebrating The Muse—A One Year Anniversary
Candles and Balloons—Celebrating One Year of Meeting the Muse After Midlife As I reflect on the one-year anniversary of publishing Meeting the Muse After Midlife, I’m struck by how much I’ve learned. Through podcasts, webinars, and conversations, I’ve been listening
Seven Steps for Surviving Election Season
If you’re prone to anxiety, the pre-election period can feel like an endless source of heart-thumping drama. The state of the world seems to hang in the balance—and yet there’s often little you can do to influence the outcome of the
