A Year of Growth: 6 Things I Accomplished in 2017
2017 was my final phase of the overhaul I set out to create when I first got divorced. Here's how I did it.
The Longest Night of the Year
What was meant to be a quick hand-off on Christmas eve left her shaking in a cold grocery store parking lot. What she did next embodies a beautiful lesson.
After a Year That Sucked, How I’m Looking Brightly Forward
As I exit the year, I am scraping by—but doing it!—and am so ready for a new year and a fresh start! Here are 5 things I'm doing to move forward in 2018.
5 Principles I Embraced This Year That Improved My Life
Life is fragile and fleeting, and I want to enjoy every moment I have. With that goal in mind, here’s what I’ve taken to reminding myself every single day.
On Fake Smiles in Christmas Cards
How many of us have sent out holiday cards that showed the life we wanted, rather than the life we had? Or told people it’s just fine when, really, it’s not?
How to Deal with Calling Off a Wedding
Knowing the etiquette will lighten the burden of canceling a wedding. From notifying guests to returning the dress, here's all you need to know.
It’s Time to Close the Door on Your Bad Year
Regardless of why 2017 sucked, it’s time to close the door on your bad year and set up 2018 to be something better. Here's how you do it.
How Learning to Ask For Help Made Me Stronger
Life happens. And when it happens to the best of us as it all does, you must know how to ask for help. Here's how learning to do it made me stronger.
Here’s Who I Want to Thank this Holiday Season
Their names aren’t widely known and they’ll never be on the cover of a tabloid. But their positive impact is immeasurable.
The Toxicity of Holding On to Anger
Forgiveness is a choice, and it’s not an easy one. But holding on to anger won't do you any good. Here's how you can let it go.
