Be brave enough to be bad at something new. There’s a quiet kind of bravery that rarely gets celebrated – the courage to be bad at something new. You often forget that mastery begins with mediocrity. Or maybe even with failure, awkwardness, and frustration. The moment you step into the unfamiliar can be terrifying. Whether […]

It’s easy to forget the simple joy of doing something just for the experience. “Optimize your time, make strategic moves, ensure everything leads somewhere,” they say.  A promotion, a profit, a move – all outcomes for which you may strive. But what if some of the most meaningful things you can do in life aren’t […]

“Unwrapping” the Truth Although your past helped you become who you are today, it can also get confusing.  Looking backward into memories and forward into mystery can tug on your emotions, choices, and perceptions – perceptions that don’t determine who you are today.  In the midst of this push and pull, remember that the past […]

In a world that glorifies hustle culture, immediate replies, and jam-packed schedules, maintaining a sense of inner peace can feel like an uphill battle. But what if the secret to protecting your peace lies in something deceptively simple – protecting your pace? “Protect your pace” isn’t just a catchy phrase. It’s a mindset shift. It’s […]

“Part of being motivated is being afraid of the right things.” Motivation is often portrayed as a purely positive force – a burst of inspiration, a dream of success, or the desire to become your best self. But beneath the surface, another powerful driver lurks … fear. Not the kind that paralyzes us, but the […]

Words are invisible forces that carry a visible power. With a single sentence, we can ignite hope or extinguish it. With a few thoughtless words, we can build walls. We can break hearts. We can destroy relationships. With kind words, especially at just the right time, we can change someone’s life – or even our […]

A Passage from a Momma on Raising Littles to Young Adults I have two visions that instantly come to mind when I hear the analogy of being “in the weeds” of something. The first, the peculiar beauty of prepping a garden. Among the weeds – chaotic, tangled, relentless – you pull, dig, and sweat, only […]

It’s easy to fall into the trap of defining yourself through the lens of others, especially in a world of likes, follows, and comments. Although valid thoughts from those you love and trust can be beneficial, allowing the opinions of others to dictate your self-worth, identity, or capabilities is entirely different. It’s also one of […]

….in Need of Care “I am not broken, I am in need of care.” Struggles are often misinterpreted as signs of weakness, failure, or being “broken.” The truth is, to hurt is human. Feeling deeply, stumbling, needing support – none of these make us defective. They make us alive. The statement, “I am not broken, […]

Being Safe and Seen at the Same Time We often think of vulnerability as revealing pain, fear, or uncertainty. These can be parts of it, but vulnerability is much broader. It’s about showing up as your whole self, without armor. It’s telling the truth about what you feel, need, or hope for – even when […]