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Writer, reader, parent of adults. Author of PARENT HACKS and other books + the Parent of Adults newsletter on Substack.

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Joyful Activism (with Karen Walrond)

Joyful Activism (with Karen Walrond)

In Episode 248, I talk with Karen Walrond, leadership coach, photographer, and author of The Lightmaker’s Manifesto: How to Work For Change Without Losing Your Joy. Karen and I share surprising discoveries about activism (including how accessible it can be), we explore the difference between happiness and joy, and we discuss simple ways to embrace the lightmaker within.

The Calming Power of Now

The Calming Power of Now

We’re about 19 months into the COVID era and while many things have improved since this all started, we’re still wrestling with different levels of disruption and unpredictability that can lead to anxiety about the future.

In Episode 247, Christine and I talk about the power of focusing on the immediate runway in front of you and what baby steps you can take to redirect away from constant worry about what might happen in the future.

Empty Nest Report

Empty Nest Report

When you’re in the early parenting weeds, the prospect of your kids eventually moving out seems approximately a million years away. In Episode 245, I provide a look into the enormous juncture of parenting that is the transition to the empty nest.