New Year: Simplify
It completes the triad of New Year’s resolutions: diet, exercise, and…simplify! At this time of year, there’s something so appealing about putting away the frills and excesses of the holidays and getting back to simplicity. (Or, in my case, *closer* … Continued
New Year: Exercise for a Creative Boost!
One of the most common and perennial of all New Year’s resolutions is to exercise more. Holiday overindulgence and time off can leave us feeling undisciplined and unwell. But did you know that, in addition to trimming your waistline, exercising … Continued
New Year: Creativity and Nutrition
Looking to get back on track with self-care, and take your creative pursuits to the next level? As the new year begins, consider the link between nutrition and creativity. I know, I know, there’s the bohemian ideal of the starving … Continued
Who Do You Want to Be One Year From Now?
Who do you want to be one year from now? You, obviously. But what about the real you? Are you achieving your wildest, scariest, biggest goals? Or are you saving those for someday?
How to Preserve Holiday Memories
Ask almost anyone and you’ll get the same answer: “What’s [insert holiday] all about?” Time spent with family and close friends! But, often, we hit the event at the same speed with which we’ve tackled all our preparations, and the … Continued
The Benefits of Reading Bedtime Stories
Christmas break is nearly here, and school-time routines fly out the window! That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but it can be a fantastic opportunity to shake things up and try something new — like reading nightly bedtime stories. We’ve … Continued
5 European Christmas Characters You Might Not Know
Last week, I shared a few ways to incorporate December’s magic into your creative projects. For centuries, people have grappled with the season’s opposites and have expressed that tension with rich characters, themselves dichotomies of light and dark. I can … Continued
Looking for a Light in the Darkness
In creative work, we often contrast different qualities. Some of our favorite characters are walking, talking dichotomies. The most famous masterpieces in art are opposites nestled together on one canvas. In music, few things are as thrilling as an unexpected … Continued
How to Practice Gratitude Everyday
With yesterday’s arrival of another Thanksgiving Day, gratitude and thankfulness got their yearly spotlight. But how can we practice gratitude everyday, not just visit it once a year?
Gifts Guaranteed to Delight Teachers
There is something undeniably sweet about seeing my desk piled high with little gift bags, shiny chocolate boxes, and fruit on the last day of school before Christmas break. It’s a special feeling that I carry with me into … Continued