Did you know that during his lifetime, Van Gogh tried a bunch of different careers and “failed” at all of them? Did you know that his art wasn't even appreciated until after his death? So…what does this have to do with us?
Why the Road to a Great Life is Paved by Shitty First Steps
People often say that they want great things in their life. But if you’re not willing to be bad at something, take imperfect steps, and patch together a “good enough” idea while your magnum opus percolates with experience, you might not ever get your greatness out into the world. Here’s a guide to taking “shitty” steps that lead to the greatness you desire.
How Building a Foundation of Trust Guides You Through Life Decisions
When I first got sober, I wanted to fix everything and have a WAY better life really fast. I didn’t receive this longed-for life in early sobriety, and even if I had I likely woulda burned it to the ground anyway because I was missing an essential ingredient: a solid foundation. Here’s why that foundation is necessary, especially in times like these.
How Leaping into Action Shows Us What We Want in Life
How to Handle Being Triggered on Social Media (and Life)
Ever been scrolling social media (or going through life) and come across one of those people who just grind your gears? What if that person is actually a big red flashing light toward your most wildly beautiful life? This week I’ll be talking about someone who disturbs my OWN peace in order to show you how she has also helped me to heal.
How Changing a Toxic Relationship to Social Media Changes Your Real Life Too
The average adult will spend 3-6 years of their life on social media. Before you start running for a screen free commune, what if I told you that same 3-6 years could make you feel more peaceful, truthful, connected, and serve your highest growth as a human? Here’s how to heal your relationship to social media and change your life in the process.
Stop Unnecessary Suffering by Learning the Difference Between Clean and Dirty Pain
“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional,” or so the trusty old saying goes. But what about the suffering that we bring on ourselves? How do we let go of pain without purpose that stands between us and the life we want to live? Here’s how to understand the difference between clean and dirty pain - and how to stop unnecessary suffering.
Seven Powerful Quotes From Black Voices To Inspire, Guide, and Light Your Path
Get Off the Wrong Life Path: How to Make a Change, Live with Purpose, and Find Your Truth
I know there’s a moment in your past when you KNEW you were walking the wrong way (in a job, relationship, creative endeavor, etc) but you just kept going because you’d already put so much work in.
You told yourself it was commitment (“I’m just working hard/staying the path/not giving up”) but you felt tired all the time, didn’t like yourself, and began resenting everything and everybody in this particular life arena.
And then eventually, things exploded anyway.
Guess what? You can learn from this. Today.