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If you cry while it’s raining, your tears combine with raindrops on your cheeks.
Nine things I’ve discovered about crying
Episode 198: Dealing with Disappointment
We’re living through an era of disappointments of all stripes, from missing daily conveniences to major milestones. In Episode 198, Christine and I talk about how to acknowledge, talk about, and, eventually accept our disappointments.
Episode 197: Finding Middle Ground in Parenting
Christine and her husband, psychotherapist Jonathan Baxter, talk about parenting nitty-gritty in a way only they can. The episodes Christine records with Jon are some of my favorites.
They’ll forget your advice but they’ll remember your story
When I think back on the most memorable advice I’ve received, it usually came wrapped in a story. There’s something magical about hearing a story: one’s insides quiet down and open up, anticipating something interesting or entertaining or profound.
Why are stories so compelling?
Episode 196: Surviving Quarantine Cooking
Christine and I share our experiences with food shopping and cooking during lockdown.
Review: The Money Tree by Chris Guillebeau
Chris Guillebeau writes a modern fable about pursuing financial independence. Here’s why I think it’s one of his most important books, especially now.