Essays
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Back in March, I read the book Our American Friend by Anna Pitoniak. It’s a great read. If political thrillers are your thing, I definitely recommend it. In the book, there is an exchange between two characters that is not central to the plot, but nevertheless, resonated with me quite a bit. At one point in the book, the protagonist (Sofie) is…
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Happy Monday! It’s a new week, which means it’s time for your next Monday motivation newsletter. Read on below for some steps to a happier Monday, a short story and a roundup of positive thoughts to get your week started. Three Steps to a Happier Monday Each newsletter starts with three prompts to inspire gratitude and simple intention setting. Take a…
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Happy Monday! It’s a new week, which means it’s time for your next Monday motivation newsletter. Read on below for some steps to a happier Monday, a short story and a roundup of positive thoughts to get your week started. Three Steps to a Happier Monday Each newsletter starts with three prompts to inspire gratitude and simple intention setting. Take a…
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Happy Monday! It’s a new week, which means it’s time for your next Monday motivation newsletter. Read on below for some steps to a happier Monday, a short story and a roundup of positive thoughts to get your week started. Three Steps to a Happier Monday Each newsletter starts with three prompts to inspire gratitude and simple intention setting. Take a…
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As one of the items on my 22 in 2022 list, I’m writing a quick recap at the end of each month with 10 things I want to remember. I’m really enjoying the ritual of taking a moment to pause, remember the little things, and think about what I’m excited for next month. If you are looking for an activity to…
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Happy Monday! It’s a new week, which means it’s time for your next Monday motivation newsletter. Read on below for some steps to a happier Monday, a short story and a roundup of positive thoughts to get your week started. Three Steps to a Happier Monday Each newsletter starts with three prompts to inspire gratitude and simple intention setting. Take a…
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Happy Monday! Today is also Memorial Day. Remembering those today who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. It’s also a new week, which means it’s time for your next Monday motivation newsletter. Read on below for some steps to a happier Monday, a short story and a roundup of positive thoughts to get your week started. Meaningful Musings: Counting Blessings I…
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Wow – this coming weekend is Memorial Day Weekend. I can’t believe it! Like many, I consider MDW the unofficial start of summer. I was thinking about summers of years past and realized just how many of my memories from growing up are tied to the season… The first time I spent the summer in Sharon (PA) with grandma. The summer my…
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Happy Monday! It’s a new week, which means it’s time for your next Monday motivation newsletter. Read on below for some steps to a happier Monday, a short story and a roundup of positive thoughts to get your week started. Three Steps to a Happier Monday Each newsletter starts with three prompts to inspire gratitude and simple intention setting. Take a…
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Graduation season is upon us! What an exciting – and equally overwhelming – time. One of the best parts about the season, in my opinion? All the new commencement speeches :). I love a commencement address. I love seeing who delivers them, the inspiration and hopefulness, and the lessons you can walk away with (even if you aren’t the one graduating!). …
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Happy Monday! It’s a new week, which means it’s time for your next Monday motivation newsletter. Read on below for some steps to a happier Monday, a short story and a roundup of positive thoughts to get your week started. Three Steps to a Happier Monday Each newsletter starts with three prompts to inspire gratitude and simple intention setting. Take a…
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As one of the items on my 22 in 2022 list, I’m writing a quick recap at the end of each month with 10 things I want to remember. I can’t believe this is already my fourth (!) recap of the year. I’m enjoying this ritual of taking a moment to pause, remember the little things, and think about what I’m…
Perspective
Monthly Recaps