I used to think change was about discipline. If only I could cultivate more focus, better habits, and earlier mornings, I would finally achieve my dream life. So I brought the snazziest color-coded planner I could find, downloaded all the habit tracker apps, and listened to endless self-improvement podcasts. But guess what? No matter how […]

Bad habits don’t always look toxic. Sometimes they look responsible, smart, even productive. People might praise you for them, saying things like “you’re so disciplined,” and “I don’t know how you do it all.” For years, I lived my life following three “good habits.” They brought me promotions, a good reputation, and a successful career, […]

We’ve all met them… those people who just radiate something. They walk into a room and everyone turns toward them. They don’t hustle for attention or try to impress, yet people are drawn in. What makes them so magnetic? It’s not luck, and it’s not some elusive “it factor.” It’s actually a handful of small, […]

I’m 52, and when I look back at my 30s and 40s, there are a few lessons I wish I’d learned sooner. Lessons that would have saved me years of chasing the wrong goals and helped me pivot onto a path that actually felt right. If you’re in your 30s or 40s and feel like […]

When things feel off in our lives, we tend to think we’re missing something. So we adopt yet another morning ritual, healthy habit, or hobby. However, sometimes the reason we feel disconnected is because we’re doing too much.Now I know what you’re thinking… “I have to juggle work, the kids, taking care of the home, […]