Why Failure Worked For Me
I thought growing up I was going to be an actress. EVERYTHING in my life was centered around making it on Broadway – it was even more important than boys. 😉 I had been accepted to study acting at the competitive New York University musical theatre program. I moved to New York City and took […]
10 “Motivational” Phrases Keeping You Stuck
You’ve seen them on mugs, posters, or Instagram captions — motivational quotes that sound inspiring but actually make it harder for you to navigate life. Why? We found in our research study that having too much “grit” can make you less flexible and willing to change! (check out research here). While the intent might be […]
What Kept Me Going After Hearing “You Have Cancer”
What I know now that I didn’t know then: when your doctor calls with your test results at 9pm on a Sunday night, it’s not good news. I was 26 years old when I heard the doctor say “it’s melanoma. That’s the bad kind of skin cancer. You need surgery to get the rest of […]
How to Make Scary Situations a Little Less Scary
When I cracked a joke last week on social media about “ChatPTSD”, my not-so-affectionate nickname for A.I., it seemed to hit a nerve (or a funny bone!) with a lot of people. Everyone got a good chuckle out of it, and lots of people said A.I. gives them the heebie jeebies, too. It dawned on […]
Why the Holidays are a Hard Time to be Having a Hard Time
People seem to either really enjoy the holiday season or the seem to dread it. I don’t feel like I encounter a lot of folks in between. How do you feel about the holidays? One thing is for sure: the holidays are a REALLY hard time to be having a hard time. If you aren’t […]
What If You’re Never Satisfied With What You Have?
Two weeks ago I heard a quote that stopped me in my tracks: “The things that ‘aren’t enough’ today are the exact things you longed for 5 years ago.” Ouch. It rang so true it hurt. I’m a high achiever. I want to succeed, and never settle. I’ve spent a lot of my life striving […]
5 Advantages of Accepting Change (Instead of Fighting It)
The easiest way to get on board with change is by recognizing the 5 advantages that change brings.
6 Signs You Need More Time With Friends
These 6 behaviors are important signs you need to spend a little more time with friends (even if it’s just a phone call!)
The Terrifying Rise of Toxic Positivity
Toxic positivity, a fake cheerful demeanor even during difficult moments, is an unhealthy way of coping with struggles.
The Risk of Avoiding Change
If you’re avoiding shooting your shot because change feels risky, remind yourself that staying static is risky, too.
