Letter to My Younger “Hopeless” Self

When I was in high school, the boy I sat next to in math class didn't show up to school one day. He was a shy boy who never looked people in the eye when they spoke to him, but despite his quirks, I found him kind and considered him… READ MORE

20 Things You Won’t Learn in School

Several years ago, I left my successful career in advertising to follow my heart and become a writer. Although I left the corporate world behind, my desire to make a difference and express myself creatively never changed. Over time, I found a place for all my advertising knowledge, and that… READ MORE

Is the Pursuit of Happiness Making Us Unhappy?

Today, I consider myself an extremely happy person, but it hasn't always been that way. The truth is that I've made HUGE strides to be where I am today. I had to dig deep inside myself to access authentic joy, the kind that cannot be manufactured by false promises and one-night-stand mantras… READ MORE

The Courage To Ask For Help

How often do you ask for help? How do you feel when you do ask for help? It seems many of us have a difficult time reaching out to others, especially in a time of need. I recently had a student who just graduated from college ask me for help,… READ MORE