Halloween is the greatest. It’s always a joy to see the children in my life engaging in such a colorful celebration of imagination, creativity, and friendship— plus, it’s the last holiday before things get entirely too cold for my liking.
If you also have small children in your life, here are some tips for a happy, safe, and spooky holiday:
Read More"When we're looking for compassion, we need someone who is deeply rooted, is able to bend and, most of all, embraces us for our strengths and struggles."
Read MoreNative Land Digital, an Indigenous-led not-for-profit organization based in Canada, is a map that shows Indigenous territories, treaties, and languages, and allows visitors to input their location to learn more about lands where they live, work, and visit. It is also a useful tool to use when…
Read MoreAutumn is here, and with the new season comes plenty of change.
As pumpkins and squash appear around our neighborhoods in preparation for Halloween celebrations, I've been thinking about harvesting…
Read MoreToday on the blog, a roundup of quotes to help you cultivate courage:
- “History has shown us that courage can be contagious, and hope can take on a life of its own.” — Michelle Obama
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Read MoreLast year, friends Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman released the book Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close. Today on the blog, I'm sharing some favorite quotes…
Read MoreEvery January 1st, people make resolutions. They decide they will change their life in some way that will make them happier, healthier, more fulfilled. They choose to start a new chapter in their lives that allows them to care for themselves in a new way.
Sometimes this urge…
Read MoreHappy September!
I hope you’re making time to engage with the people and activities that bring you comfort and joy. Here are a few ways to care for yourself today:
Read MoreWith coronavirus cases again on the rise thanks to the delta variant, many workplaces are implementing easy ways for people to communicate which level of contact they feel most comfortable with.
For example, some…
Read MoreToday on the blog, a roundup of quotes to inspire you to seek joy:
- “It’s a helluva start, being able to recognize what makes you happy.” — Lucille Ball
- "Happiness is there for the taking…
Read MoreHello and Happy August!
I hope you’re having a beautiful summer have been lucky enough to visit with family and loved ones in recent months, reconnecting with them and with myself…
Read MoreA lot of people leave joy to chance. They rely on luck or a pleasant surprise to deliver joy to their doorsteps. Or else joy is something they find only in the presence of others.
What if we took joy into our own hands? Try this…
Read MoreWith all of the grilling and gathering and swimming that summer brings, it’s time for some seasonal safety reminders. Today, I’ve rounded up some resources to ensure your summer is fun—and safe…
Read MoreLooking for a different type of beach read? I’ve got you covered. Toss one of these books into your beach bag for an informative day in the sun:
Read MoreJuly is a time ripe for wonder. It’s a month of summer celebrations. In my family, that means weddings and birthdays and anniversaries.
This year, there are extra doses of joy and wonder to be had.
Here in the United States, each day brings with it signs of normalcy…
Read MoreToday on the blog, I’ve rounded up some words of wisdom on the power of storytelling and advice for approaching the page to tell your own story.
“Storytelling may not have the biological effects of an antibiotic or offer the physical transformation of surgery, but it enables patients to…
Read MoreSummer solstice, the longest day of the year, occurs on June 20th, marking the sun reaching its northernmost point in the sky.
Celebrating the turn of the seasons can also help us to honor the seasons in our own lives. How will you mark the solstice?
Read MoreDeep, long-lasting friendships can radically improve one's quality of life, improving days, offering joy, and giving one a strong sense of connection.
Friendship can even improve your health…
Read MoreSunday, June 20, is the first day of Summer 2021. It is a season I have always loved. The warmth feels restorative. My twins, Connor and Kiernan, were born in June. And with the summer comes an invitation to play, to reconnect with hobbies, friends, and family. We are invited to reawaken our sense of possibility and joy, to be open to whatever comes next.
Perhaps you may feel some apprehension about reentering society. The transitions we'll all experience
Read MoreFor some, returning to pre-pandemic socializing and routines will be a welcome relief. Others of us may have a more difficult time, needing a little extra time, space, and encouragement to return to in-person interactions, especially large social events. Perhaps you feel a sense of uncertainty…
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