Hi Reader, I’ve been hunting for a print for our laundry room. And on Etsy, I keep running into this poster: “Do it for the plot.” At first, I thought, that's cute. But the more I sat with it, the more I realized: this is the exact reminder most of us need. It’s so easy to play it safe, stick with what works, and keep things neat and tidy. But if life were a book, that would make for a pretty boring story. To me, “do it for the plot” is an invitation to stop letting fear, perfectionism, or...
16 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, When disappointment strikes, people often say, “When one door closes, another opens.” But experience has taught us that doors don’t just swing open on their own! When the outcome we thought was perfect doesn’t happen - a job we didn’t get, a client who chose someone else, affection that wasn’t returned, it’s natural to feel the discomfort of “what now?” Here’s a reframe I use with clients: When a door closes, others unlock. Unlocking takes awareness, action, and a willingness to...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Your brain is wired for survival, not success.It wants safety, predictability, and familiar outcomes, even if those outcomes aren’t what you really want. So of course the idea of risk: launching something new, applying for a bigger role, making a bold change feels uncomfortable. That’s how I felt during our recent move. We sold our house before buying a new one.With the market shifting and homes sitting longer, the risk felt real: What if we sell and can’t find something in time?...
30 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Of all the emotions, anger, resentment, and frustration aren’t ones most of us seek out. Patience, satisfaction, and ease are much more desirable. Those challenging emotions can leave us feeling tight, drained, and out of sync with ourselves. For some people, they’re especially hard to sit with. Not just because they’re uncomfortable, but because they also bring along guilt and shame. This is especially common in people who’ve spent years being the “good one”, keeping the peace and...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Have you ever caught yourself thinking:“I’ll feel happy when I lose X number of pounds… land the promotion… have X number of clients… have more time to myself…” It’s a sneaky habit — always moving the finish line so happiness stays just out of reach. In Positive Intelligence, the Hyper-Achiever or Controller saboteurs often fuel this pattern — convincing us we need to earn our happiness or prove ourselves first. But what if you gave yourself permission to feel happy (or proud, or...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Just like your skin needs protection from overexposure, so do you. There’s the Instagram expectation that summer should look like vacations, BBQs, and perfectly polished toes peeking out from a hammock while you devour a swoony paperback. But behind the scenes? Many people are quietly feeling stretched thin — so much so that “burnout” is one of the most searched topics on Google this month. You’re not alone. Are you:— Feeling resentful about fun plans because you’re just tired?—...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, We all move through summer a little differently.Which one sounds most like you? ☀️ The SchedulerYour calendar’s full, and you’re crushing logistics—but personal time? What’s that? 🌊 The AdventurerYou’re saying yes to everything… and feeling it catch up. 🏖️ The Summer JugglerWork’s still going, kids are home, and balance feels like a myth. 🌬️ The Easy BreezyYou love the open days… but somehow still feel a little lost. Every style has its strengths, and challenges. Quick tip:No...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Ever notice how trees and tall grasses move in the wind?The rigid ones snap. The rooted ones bend. Summer invites us to loosen our grip—to flow, wander, and breathe a little deeper. But without roots, even a light breeze can send us spinning. Where in your life do you need stronger roots… so the wind doesn’t break you? Maybe it’s your routines. Your boundaries. Your self trust.What helps you feel steady without stiffening up? One Grounding TipPlace both feet flat on the floor.Take...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Confidence doesn’t just appear.It’s earned—by you—every time you take action. Not just big wins.Tiny steps. Honest effort. Following through.That’s evidence. The problem is that most people ignore the evidence.They brush off their progress. Downplay the effort.And at the same time, they amplify the misses. One skipped workout becomes “I always fall off.”One awkward moment becomes “I’m bad at this." One rejection becomes "Nobody wants me." That one email you sent?The workout you...
3 months ago • 1 min read