I once had a conversation with a friend in which I told her I wished we had “real” resumes. A place where we could talk about our interests, our most important takeaways, our values. She laughed and suggested, “Oh, you mean like a res-YOU-me?” Yes, yes. That’s exactly what I mean: And what if thereContinue reading “Chapter 18 – A res-YOU-me”
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Chapter 16 – Easier said than done
I don’t think it’s always easy to live by your values. Take kindness, for example. Some days I find it the hardest thing in the world to simply bestow a “hello, how are you?” to others. Not because I don’t care, but because I care too much. Sometimes I find living your values to beContinue reading “Chapter 16 – Easier said than done”
Chapter 14 – Idea Souvenirs
I have always been a consumer of information. A three-minute car ride to grandma’s house? I had a book in my hand. A billboard flashing by outside? You bet I read those words. Nutrition facts label on the milk gallon in front of me? I read it during dinner. Every night. While writing On Happiness,Continue reading “Chapter 14 – Idea Souvenirs”
Let’s talk about growth
I have never thought about personal growth so much as I did when I was – wait for it – in Alabama. The dictionary defines growth as “the process of developing physically, spiritually, or mentally.” Thriving, blooming, and flourishing are all synonyms, and I have to say, I resonated very much with all these descriptives.Continue reading “Let’s talk about growth”
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