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The importance of feedback

During the years that I danced classical ballet, I was always surprised that video recording was discouraged –...

My family and other animals

My family read together each night throughout my childhood. We’d sit on our faded blue living room couch...

How to ask for what you want

I’m traveling in Mexico with my family this week. It is really special: the first time in decades...

The importance of knowing your why

Two years ago, my best friend was diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer. They are among the most optimistic...

What I’ve learned about human behavior from dating

I’m recently back on the dating market and, to my chagrin, a lot of friends who are in...

Jedi Mind Tricks – How to Travel with Family

I’m traveling with my family to Mexico for two weeks this winter. The trip is a throwback to...

Habits for Gratitude and Celebration

Throughout my life, I’ve believed that in order to acknowledge what’s going well in my life, I have...

Habits for Grief

Two years ago, my best friend was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer. Two months ago, I went...

Do Hard Things. Move to the Caribbean!

My best friends are crazy. I just returned home from a month living with some of my best...

The Line Between Habit & Addiction

My grandfather and uncle died of alcoholism. I’m predisposed to addiction. As I write this, I’m in the...

Do What Matters

Whenever you are tackling a new project – starting a business, adopting a habit, or supporting a friend...

Beyond Fear

Earlier this week I signed up for an Ultra Marathon. I’ve never run a marathon before, or anything...