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Look for the Proof of Your Progress
I was thrilled in November to see that my dormant orchid was growing a new stem. I hadn’t really expected it to rebloom, since I hadn’t taken any special care of it. I watered it when I thought about it and kept it in a sunny spot. The temperature outside dropped and boom – new… Read more
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Tiny Ways My Life Has Changed During COVID-19 Isolation
Obviously, big things are happening right now. We’re in the midst of a global health crisis. People are scared. Lives have changed in big ways, but they’ve also changed in small ways. Sometimes the small things feel weirder than the big things. I’m now in my third week of working from home full time. I… Read more
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Staying Estranged in a Global Pandemic
When Coronavirus made it to the United States, I worried about my dad. He’s a lifelong smoker over 60. But I haven’t checked on him, because my sister and I haven’t spoken to him in over a year. That time has been uneventful, besides us each getting a message from him on Thanksgiving. I thought… Read more
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Understanding and Living with a Loved One Who Has Mental Illness
Mental Health is a Critical Issue Nearly half (46.4%) of the American population will experience a mental illness throughout their lifetime. And only 41% of those people are receiving care for their mental health needs. I’ve written before about the need for access to affordable therapy, and the sobering statistics on mental health in the… Read more
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How to create a healthy work-life balance
Finding the right balance between work, rest, and play can be difficult to master. While success at work is important, so is your mental and physical health. Here are some tips to help you maximize your personal time so you can be your best self in and out of the workplace. Read more
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Can You Change Your Life for Only $12?
“This book validates everything that myself and other millennials have been through. The advice is solid and will definitely help anyone with surviving what the world has to offer.” “This is a book for modern PEOPLE, not just millennials. Understanding humanity is a great and daunting process. This book provided me deep understanding on multiple… Read more
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Nine Reasons Spring is the Best Time of Year for Job Hunting
Now that warmer weather is upon us and you’re airing out your home, you can bring those spring cleaning vibes into your job search as well. Read more
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Get a Pep Talk Every Monday!
I miss talking to you. I’ve been blogging on Medium, posting a few blogs here, writing a proposal for my second book, and working on an online course. But sometimes I miss the old days when I’d chat with people in the comments of my blogs and get to know my readers. So, to stay… Read more
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