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So Many Lists: How to Actually Enjoy the Holidays This Year

Thanksgiving is next week — and Christmas will be here in under six weeks. For many of us, that realization brings both excitement and a little panic. My mind immediately jumps to menus, cleaning lists, gift shopping, decorating, hosting, and trying to make everything “perfect”… all while attempting to remain calm and festive. But here’s the truth: the holidays don’t have to be something we just survive. And you can certainly let go of the belief, and in my case - the obsess

Aligning Your Actions with Your Intentions

We've all been there. It's January 1st, and you’re scribbling all of your resolutions on a piece of paper. This is the year you'll finally get in shape, advance your career, strengthen your relationships, and maybe even learn that new language you've been talking about for years. You’re ready to hit the ground running. Fast forward to March. The gym membership sits unused, your professional development books gather dust on the nightstand, and that language app sends increasin

A November Kindness Challenge: Finding Light in the Shorter Days

There’s something about November in Wisconsin that always makes me slow down. The busyness of summer with outdoor gatherings, endless to-do lists, and a pace that seems to never stop is finally behind us. The mornings arrive later and the evenings come too soon. The air is crisp with the smell of fallen leaves. Even the energy from the fall’s harvest seems to have faded, and suddenly, there’s space to breathe. This quieter season brings out my reflective side. Maybe you fee

Digital Detox: Reclaiming Health in the Digital Age

Digital connection can be a great thing. It can keep us up-to-date on the lives of far-away friends and family or help us find new work or volunteer opportunities. It can also be a tool for research and discovery, introducing us to new ideas or stories through social media. But it also has a downside. Our relationships with screens have become increasingly complex and somewhat concerning. Recent studies reveal alarming statistics about our digital consumption and its impact o