I have a box of clothes and books in the back of my Honda CRV that’s ready to be dropped at the Goodwill donation center. The clothes are clean, folded, and could go straight to a hanger. Because I hate the idea of clothes filling up landfills, I made my best effort with them so […]
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Go Ahead, Do Nothing: It’s Okay
My brain is not a steel trap. I am not good at remembering things. When a new task or idea strikes, I write it down immediately in my notebook so it isn’t lost forever. Maybe that’s why I’m a planning freak. My bullet journal is sacred to me, and I feel more productive, optimized, and […]
Be a Boss: 3 ways to get some back-to-work sparkle
I’ve suddenly found myself in a strange new work situation—WFH. Working from home. Maybe you’re in the same situation. Maybe you’re laid off, waiting for a re-hire. Or maybe you’re just thinking about looking for a new job. I think I miss going to work at the library. I’m pretty sure I liked my job […]
Just Show Up: An easy way to establish good habits
I just got back from a Las Vegas weekend—Four days of no writing, no exercising and no doing anything from my normal daily routine. I probably don’t have to tell you that it was tough going back to work on Tuesday: I didn’t get up at my usual time, I didn’t want to take my […]
Decisions, Decisions: Save Money and Time Using This Shortcut
If you feel like you never have enough money, time, or energy, let me share a secret with you: You can’t have it all. Womp womp. But you can save money and time by learning to make better, more fulfilling choices. How many decisions do you make in a day? I’m guessing a lot. Every […]