Becoming an adult sounds exciting until you realize no one hands you a manual for it. One day you’re dreaming about independence, and the next you’re figuring out budgets, job applications, grocery shopping, bills, schedules, and a long list of responsibilities you never had to think much about before. If you’ve ever felt unprepared for … Read more
Officially, the dictionary definition of a “passion project” is an activity or enterprise that you decide to take on – usually in your spare time – in order to benefit or validate yourself in some way. But, I like to think of it as a collection of steps we take towards filling a void in … Read more
It’s that time of year when you’ll start to hear people talking about their New Year’s resolutions. They’ll talk about losing weight, working out more, healthier eating habits, giving up smoking or beer, getting more organized, starting a new hobby or working less to spend more time with family. Those are among the most common … Read more
Life today feels like a race. Between juggling work commitments, personal responsibilities, and a desire for self-improvement, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But what if finding tools to learn something new could be the key to bringing balance and fulfillment into your life? Allocating time to explore new skills or knowledge enhances your personal development … Read more
Controversy has always had a knack for sparking interest and curiosity. Controversial topics can be excellent tools for learning something new, whether in a casual debate, a family gathering, or a heated online discussion. They challenge our perspectives, push us out of our mental comfort zones, and drive compelling conversations that linger long after they’ve … Read more
There are two types of people in this world… those who write well and those who don’t. Those who write well typically enjoy it… or do not mind it. They may not be authors or write for a living, but they know about proper tenses and the difference between an adjective and an adverb. They … Read more
If you are reading this… you have kids. And your kids have chores that you would like them to do. Like them to do. Remember those words. You’d like them to help out around the house. Help out with their siblings. Yada, yada. But whether or not they do it… remains to be seen. Let’s … Read more
We live in a society where it’s almost second nature to put our needs and wants behind others. Whether it’s working a job, we don’t enjoy supporting a family, staying home to take care of children, working late to impress our boss, or never saying “no” to volunteering for school fundraisers. You feel like you … Read more
If you’re like me, you have yet to try a meal planning service like Hello Fresh or Blue Apron. (But if you’re interested, check out this review of the 13 best meal kit delivery services.) And it’s not because you don’t want to… because they sound lovely and convenient. Instead, chances are you haven’t tried a meal planning service … Read more
In today’s fast-paced world, where distractions are endless and time is fleeting, finding and defining your family’s core values can feel daunting. Yet, understanding and embracing these guiding principles are essential for fostering unity, resilience, and purpose within the family unit. As adults, you may be familiar with the idea of personal core values or company core … Read more