Pressure on mothers to “be present” or “enjoy the moment” with their kids can induce shame. But a bigger, more compassionate view offers an antidote.
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How I’m Adapting A Concept From Exposure Therapy To Help Me Set Boundaries At Work
The exposure therapy hack that’s helping me set professional boundaries, plus two new product reviews from me, and three books I recommend.
What’s In A Word?
Why responsive is my word of the year, why sadness isn’t as bad as you think, and the three books I can’t stop thinking about this month.
2022 in Review
How do you measure success in a year?
Advice For When Life Feels Like It’s Falling Apart
This fall, I experienced unexpected health problems. I have a message for anyone who, like me, finds themselves the owner of a frightening body and a frantic brain.
The Makings of a Journalist
This month brought my debuts in two major digital health publications: Everday Health and Health.
Unprogramming Precrastination
How I’m dealing with my anxious need to finish work right away.
Reporting from Porch Station Bravo
Porch writing, two novels, and a craft book.
300,000 Steps for Strollers
I took more than 300,000 steps and let a fleet of strollers annex my guest room for months so you would know the best stroller for your family right now.
Bye-Bye Bucket List — Hello Throughline!
Bucket lists are trending…and overwhelming. There’s a better way to summer.