When things feel hard, sometimes it’s a clue that something is wrong and that I need to change course. But, sometimes, when things feel hard, it just means that something is…hard. And new things are hard. For everyone.
Category Archives: Mental Health
Loving Your Body Is A Revolutionary Act
When the rules don’t make sense, be a rule-breaker.
A Human Being Is A Creative Being
We all come from a long line of people who prioritized creativity even before they prioritized reliable and abundant food. Art and creativity nourish us in their own way. It is within all of us to be creative. It is wrapped up in our DNA.
Top 9
I started @words.by.emily late in 2018, but this project has still managed to top my list of what I’m grateful for about this past year. It has truly been a blessing to have the space to focus on creating and to receive encouragement from all of you (to the tune of 8.5k likes, at that!).Continue reading “Top 9”
Almost Everything Can Wait
When parenting young kids, time takes on a strange duality. Some things cannot wait, but many others are fluid. Knowing the difference — and aligning it with your values — is important.
There May Not Be Time For Everything
Life is all trade-offs. Prioritizing what matters most can be deeply rewarding.
All Living Creatures Rest
Rest is a corollary of being a creature. So why do we feel like we should always be active? Why the guilt for honoring our need for rest and restoration?
People Belong Together
Third places are essential for our ability to gather together and combat loneliness in cities.
Loosen Loosen
This mindful, meditative mantra of a song by Aly Halpert helps to heal personal and societal grief and regulates the nervous system.
To Make A Life You Love
The project of building a whole life you love sounds daunting. There are so many parts. But thinking of things you love? Hopefully, that’s easier.