Depression is a universal experience. I believe that every single person who has ever lived has experienced some form of depression, whether clinical or situational. In this series, I am going to speak about situational depression, which is different from…
Is it O.K. to be Happy?
I believe learning how to be happy is one of the most generous things you can do. Last year for my birthday, I had scheduled a massage for myself. I have only ever had two professional massages in my life,…
Spring Cleaning for the Soul
I believe that Spring Cleaning is essential for your mental health. Trees do it. Reptiles do it. Birds do it. Mammals do it. What am I talking about? I’m talking about letting go. I’m talking about the natural rhythm of…
Your Values Might Not Be What You Think They Are
I believe our true values will be revealed by time–spare time. If asked to name our core values, most of us could readily come up with a list of noble things. Family Patriotism Loyalty Honesty Hard work Service But I…
Decluttering is Hard. Science Tells Us Why.
I believe that getting rid of clutter is all in your head. Once when I was advertising for one of my home organizing master classes, I got a comment that said something like: “Decluttering isn’t hard. You just purge, purge,…
The Real Reason You Feel So Overwhelmed
I believe that your feelings of being overwhelmed are just trying to keep you alive. How many times have you said, “I feel so overwhelmed!” It’s something I hear all the time–especially from women when they are looking around at…