Ever feel like life’s a giant jigsaw puzzle with a missing piece that’s probably under the couch? Spoiler: that piece is hiding in the stuff that sets your soul on fire. For me, that’s words—writing, talking, storytelling, reading, you name it. My whole life, words have been my paintbrush, my compass, my slightly-too-loud party trick…
Ever felt your heart pounding, your breathing go shallow, and your body screaming “emergency” before a big moment? Maybe it’s a high-stakes presentation, a tough conversation with your boss, or a grueling workout that pushes you to your limits. That’s your fight-or-flight response kicking in, leaving you clammy, jittery, and on edge. Whether it’s public…
Picture it, you’re standing at the edge of Santorini’s cliffs, your gap year finally here. The sunset is blazing a gorgeous art show of oranges and purples reflecting off the sea. But you’re stuck – knees creaking, breath short, sweaty upper lip, mind too panicked with racing pulse to soak it in and enjoy it.…
Gap Year for Adults: My Burnout Rebellion and the Movement to Rediscover Life’s Magic For 25 years, I poured my heart into a finance career, tackling challenges, working with amazing colleagues, and building a career I was proud of. I was good at it—sharp, capable, and trusted to get things done. But the corporate grind…