Starting over in a new city can feel like standing at the edge of an ocean, exciting and terrifying at the same time. Whether you’re moving for work, school, love, or just a fresh start, the challenge of building meaningful connections in an unfamiliar place is one of the most universal human experiences. The good …
Do you feel like you’re someone everyone counts on, never to give up? The one who pushes through when others would quit, who sees projects to completion no matter what? If that sounds like you, this might be a difficult thought to hold: Your persistence could be working against you. We’ve all been taught that …
You spent an hour on Sunday mapping out your values. You read articles, journaled, and maybe even talked with a friend about what matters most. You identified your top five. You felt clear, even energized. Then Monday hit. Your boss asked if you could take on another project. Someone invited you to serve on a …
You know what you should do. You’ve made the lists, set your intentions, and promised yourself that this time will be different. But when your boss asks you to take on one more project when you’re already drowning, when your friend texts about plans but you’re completely drained, when you’re standing in front of the …
Your personal values are like an internal compass. When you align with them, decisions become clearer and your day flows more steadily. You feel “off when you drift,” even if you can’t explain why. Here’s what makes values work challenging: You’ve probably absorbed other people’s “shoulds” your whole life. Parents, culture, Instagram, your industry; everyone …