As a culture, we're kind of obsessed with STUFF. There's tre stuff we buy, the stuff we want, the stuff we get rid of. Honestly, I think we've given it too much space in our imaginations. I don't want to be defined by the stuff I own OR by how … [Read more...] about Living Simply Is Just the Beginning
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What It Means to Make Peace
Do you remember what Mother Teresa said about making peace in the world? She said that to make the world a more peaceful place, the thing to do is to go home and love your family. I think she was on to something. At least that way you’re not out … [Read more...] about What It Means to Make Peace
Five Ways to Find Peace When Your Days Are Being Shaken Up
Last night I set a glass of water on the dresser near my bed. This morning I found ants lined up at the water’s edge like cows at a watering hole INSIDE THE GLASS. I only mention it because: it’s always something, isn’t it? Every day has some … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Find Peace When Your Days Are Being Shaken Up
Two Questions for Finding Your Purpose
First thing every morning, my kids ask the same question. What are we doing today? Technically they might first ask, what’s for breakfast? But after that, it’s straight on to what are we doing today, or maybe the more adventurous what’s going to … [Read more...] about Two Questions for Finding Your Purpose
Simplify Your Life by Curating
I do not have a hard time getting off track. Pretty much all it takes is waking up in the morning. I get up, I brush my teeth, I see the notifications on my phone, and just like that I'm thinking about what everyone else on earth is up to. … [Read more...] about Simplify Your Life by Curating
How to Unleash Your Creative Voice
What keeps you from being yourself? What keeps you from expressing yourself? Because you are YOU, all the time, but maybe something's keeping you from being you out loud. Maybe parts of you are staying quiet. Why is that? Sometimes it's … [Read more...] about How to Unleash Your Creative Voice
How to Hit the “Reset” Button
When things fall apart -- and they do -- my impulse is always to grab the wheel and start steering. Don't stop to think! JUST ACT! This would be a good plan if I was in the driver's seat of the minivan, but in the rest of life -- it's not always … [Read more...] about How to Hit the “Reset” Button
How to Design Your Own Creative Habits
I'm just going to say this, because maybe you will understand: sometimes I go about things all wrong. I get caught up in the must-try's, the should-do's, the best practices, and I forget to filter them through the lens of what makes sense for … [Read more...] about How to Design Your Own Creative Habits
