Working with the Heartbreaking Feeling That Something is Wrong with You
For years, I carried around a quiet belief that I rarely spoke out loud. Something must be wrong with me. It showed up in small moments. When I struggled to…
You Don’t Need to Clear the Decks to Focus on Important Work
For years, I believed I needed the perfect day before I could do meaningful work. My inbox had to be empty. The house had to be tidy. Every small task…
When In Doubt Simplify
When In Doubt Simplify is one of those ideas that sounds almost too obvious to matter. Yet the more I pay attention, the more I realize how often I ignore…
Why We Struggle to Make Time for Solitude
There was a time when being alone made me uncomfortable. If I had a few quiet minutes, I reached for my phone. If I went for a walk, I listened…
Your Internet Habits Create Your Reality
A few years ago, I noticed something strange. Two people could use the same internet and come away believing they lived in completely different worlds. One person's feed was full…
What Are You Throwing Away
A few months ago, I cleaned out my garage. I expected to throw away old boxes, broken tools, and things I had not used in years. By the end of…