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Forest Bathing
When I first heard the term forest bathing a few years ago, I thought it sounded a little silly.I already walk outside every day — through my neighborhood, across the golf course, or around my own garden. Why would I need a special name for that?But last week, something shifted when my friend Lenna invited…
The Third Act of Friendship
I recently read about a new trend: summer camps for adults who want to make new friends. On the one hand, it sounds funny—grown women and men signing up for bunk beds and campfires. But on the other hand, it makes perfect sense. Making and keeping friends as an adult is complicated, and sometimes we…
A Good Excuse to Slow Down
Did you know August 15th is National Relaxation Day? The article I read said it was simply a reminder to slow down and take care of yourself. Recommendations for relaxation are: This is a GREAT list, but I have only one question: Why would we only do these things once a year? This list needs to be incorporated into…
61 Candles
Yesterday was my 61st birthday, and it was one of those quietly perfect days—half work, half play—exactly how I love it. I spent the morning meeting with clients, then headed out for 18 holes of golf with my husband in the afternoon. We wrapped up the day with a lovely dinner. Simple, relaxed, joyful. At…
Does Summer Disrupt Your Productivity?
Have you noticed how summer quietly rearranges everything? Your calendar fills up with barbecues and beach days. You say yes to more social plans—some exciting, some exhausting. The days feel slower, but somehow more crowded. The sun stays out longer, but your focus gets fuzzier. Even if you love summer (and I do), it’s easy…
Feeling Stuck? Try This One Thought
Ever notice how one uncomfortable moment—whether it’s frustration, humiliation, or fear—can completely derail your energy? You feel stuck, paralyzed, unable to act. But what if the way out is surprisingly simple? What if the key isn’t to fix the situation, but to change just ONE thought about it? Here’s the thought that has saved me again and…
I Missed a Deadline (and I Didn’t Die)
Earlier this week, I got a note from my podcast editor asking if I had a new episode ready to edit. My immediate reaction was: “Wait. What?!”“Uh oh.”“Isn’t it due NEXT week?” You see, a new episode of The Overthinkers Guide to Joy drops every other Wednesday. That’s been the rhythm for years. I don’t miss…
Are You Tired Of Doing It All?
There’s a moment where you catch yourself loading the dishwasher “just so,” while quietly seething that no one else does it “right.” Or maybe you’re in the middle of planning a birthday party, buying a gift, throwing in a load of laundry, and wondering… why is it always me? Somewhere along the way, many of…
