Good thing number one: Reading time and a fascinating novel to fill it because sometimes you just need an escape from reality. On a related note, I highly recommend The Night Circus. Good thing number two: Another thought-provoking and impactful session of RISE (by Kripalu) because the program is making me a better (less stressed)
Good thing number one: Connecting with loved ones via creative means because we can’t see them in person. Good thing number two: Classes and books because they challenge me, help me grow and give me something to do during a time when the list of things we can do is limited. Good thing number three:
Good thing number one: A fun evening participating in a virtual beer festival because it’s nice to have a weekend “event” to look forward to again. Good thing number two: A walk on the beach because the ocean is magical and we’re so lucky to live here. Good thing number three: Running up giant hills
In celebration of National Poetry Month, I flexed my creative muscles by participating in a 30-day haiku challenge in April. Beyond the guidelines of creating a haiku each day, I also vowed to write whatever popped into my mind and go with it — no rethinking and no editing. I did cheat a bit in
Like many of you, April was marked by the first full month of quarantine. In the Bay Area, our shelter-in-place has been extended through May, so it seems that April may be the first full month of at least two but, with things changing what seems like almost minute-by-minute, we’ll see how the next 30
Good thing number one: Successfully completed (and passed) Psychology of Getting Things Done course because it’s the first milestone in completing the Psychology of Leadership certificate program. Good thing number two: Closing out a month + reflecting on many accomplishments despite being in quarantine because it’s nice to be able to celebrate progress in these
What’s more quintessential spring than asparagus? We paired it with another of its green veggie friends for a soup that delighted the tastebuds and the eyes. We also tried our hands at something new — sunflower cream. We wouldn’t typically turn roasted asparagus into soup because it’s just too yummy on its own but we
Good thing number one: “Some Good News” because it’s uplifting, funny, inspiring, and just what we need right now. Good thing number two: Successfully participating in a virtual panel because it was good public-speaking practice and an opportunity to share our story and help other companies. Good thing number three: An urban-hike adventure that resulted
Good thing number one: Starting a new course that is really interesting because learning makes me happy (and giving me something to do during this time is an added bonus). Good thing number two: More blooms because we really miss the tulips. Good thing number three: A park next door that is bursting with spring
Good thing number one: The successful completion of the career change fellowship because it was a rewarding experience filled with self-reflection and connections with new friends — not to mention a welcome four-week distraction to help fend off isolation boredom. Good thing number two: More sunshine (and less rain) because being inside is challenging enough
