Burnout is not reserved for the rich or the famous or the profoundly successful. It’s happening to so many of us, people across all kinds of careers and lifestyles. Shauna Niequiest, Present over Perfect Burnout happens more often than we realize. There are so many lessons in acknowledging that. I’m convinced burnout is like a sedimentary rock with layers compressed over time. We think it’s a moment or moments, but it deeper than that. A fine sand of saying yes, overextending yours[...]
“Dads play such a formative role in our lives. Sometimes this can be immensely positive, but for so many, their relationship with their father has become devastatingly destructive.”Luke Gibbons I’m almost 35 and I still vividly remember anxiously waiting by my grandmother’s bay window in hopes to see my dad show up to visit. Those hot summers in Long Island, NY stung a bit more when he wasn’t able to make it. Which if I’m honest was the normal. I don’t remember when I stopp[...]
I’m completely convinced that you need a solid group of friends that help you maintain your sanity. Motherhood can be lonely, but it's the tried and true friendships that make it sweet. We all speak of having a village, especially as a mom. However, we don't talk about the true challenges that come along with it. Motherhood has a way of pruning friendships, even when you think they'll last. Friendships forged in motherhood can be strong and deep. You will go through some of life’s m[...]