That’s What She Said | 44 Awesome Ways to Cultivate Happiness, Part 2
If we pay attention, we can identify those small moments that indicate great change. These moments are easy to pass by, to discount as “not important enough,” but they [...]
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When Netflix Traumatizes You
Ava DuVernay’s “When They See Us” is a breathtaking masterpiece and searing indictment of the American criminal justice system. The four-episode, Netflix series [...]
That’s What She Said | 44 Awesome Ways to Cultivate Happiness, Part 1
I recently had a conversation with a group of friends that blew my mind. It started with Lady A saying, “I don’t hate my body. Yeah, there are changes I want to make, but [...]
Personal Essays | Two Parallel Lives
I am living two parallel lives. I am both happy and sad. My heart is so full, and yet so broken. I look toward the future with both hope and dread. [...]
Notes from Nanea | Holiday Complexity and the Beauty of Now
My dear Sweatpants & Coffee tribe, The house smells of baking and coffee. It’s deliciously quiet, now that I’ve shoved a bag of still-warm cookies into my [...]
True Stories | Chosen Family: International Adoption
At the end of our thirties and after seven years of marriage with two heartbreaking miscarriages along the way, my husband and I had reluctantly settled into the acceptance [...]
I Downloaded an App That Reminds Me I’m Going to Die
What happens when you download an app that’s designed to remind you of your mortality? The answer might surprise you. [...]
Spotlight Review | The Brave Sparrow
I can’t believe we’re about to close out 2017and I’m glad that we’ve been able to share this year with you all. Bringing even a little bit of joy to your day is what [...]
Feel Good Fix | 8 Reasons why Michelle Obama is the front-running nominee for my new best friend
8 Reasons why Michelle Obama is the front-running nominee for my new best friend. [...]
16 Encouraging Quotes to Help You Stay Focused and Calm
This time of year can be wonderful, but also full of stress and hurry. We gathered some of our favorite quotes to encourage you to take care of yourself, stay present, and [...]
