Five Insights That Stayed with Me This Year

’Tis the season of lists. Beyond the usual Top Ten books, movies, fashion moments, and travel adventures of the year, I’ve seen more unusual roundups, such as the strangest news stories and the cringiest pop-culture moments. Here’s my not-so-sensational contribution to the world of lists: five insights gleaned from books and life I intend to … Read more

My Top Ten Books of the Year — 2025 Edition

For a few years now, I’ve published a list of the ten most impactful books I read that year. It is one of my favorite posts to write each year. I love books like I love my child. Just like how any proud parent can’t stop talking about how great their kids are, I can’t … Read more

I’ll Be Happy When…

One of the things I catch myself saying far too often is some version of: “I will be xxx when yyy happens.” It shows up in harmless-looking lines like: I’ll feel better once I deliver that big presentation I’ll relax on Friday night, after this crazy work week ends I’ll start my quest for spirituality … Read more