Recall this very funny Fran Lebowitz quote? “The opposite of talking isn’t listening. The opposite of talking is waiting.” That’s what most of us tend to do, at least some of the time–wait for our moment instead of fully giving space for someone else’s. Our content partner Divine Caroline has a great article called “Conversation…

Every morning we give you a little bite-sized bit of wisdom, a tip, or some inspiration to start your day. The idea is that every day is a new opportunity to step into your life, be present, and begin again; morning as metaphor, but also a very real thing we can smell, hear, see, taste,…

Every year I need a couple of wall calendars–one for home, one office–but sooo many choices. It’s a struggle–in a small-shopping-decision sort of way. I’ve got criteria: – It inspires me whenever I look at it – It doesn’t annoy me in any way–since I look at the thing all day long it’s got to be a…

Can I hear a “squee!”? Elizabeth Gilbert’s new book comes out next week. Ok, maybe you didn’t love “Eat, Pray Love” for one of several valid reasons, but I’m a fan. As someone who’s working on a memoir, I especially admire how easy Gilbert made it look–the great effort it takes to be effortlessly engaging, alive, smart, fun,…

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