Need Some Totally Realistic Inspiration?

Read This If You Feel Like You’re A Sucky Parent Sometimes

I’m just not super worried my salmon was leaky (technical cooking term)

Oh, I Love Our Local Bookshop

Your weekly round-up of what I won’t shut up about. This week: why buying books at Westside Books became one of my favorite things to do.

All Sorts Of Ideas For The Moms In Your Life (And You!)

Mother’s Day can make some of us feel pretty darn crappy. Use this list however works — including as your personal grab bag of presents people can buy you.

My Fave Hack For A Resentment-free Mother’s Day

Plus, one of the more embarrassing things I’ve said to my hubs

My New Fave Lipstick, Pants You’ll Never Take Off, And The Book That’s Stopped My Procrastination

Plus, what you feeling proud of?

You’re Definitely Not Having Enough Fun

Most of you all are having HALF FUN. Here’s the pause that helps you figure out what you actually have a blast doing.

What I Won’t Shut Up About: New York Edition!

What I wore, what you should see, and my new fave place for discounted shopping

I’ve Been Afraid For A Long Time

Maybe it’s time to choose a different door?

You’re A Winner!

Win Catherine Newman’s new book, why I’m so proud of Colorado, and ways to help our friends and neighbors affected by SNAP cuts

The Make Up I Wear EVERY DAY (With Video!)

And it’s all on sale until Monday!

Welcome To Club Dead

Did I win Halloween this year? Witch, please - I totally did.

Exploding Ovaries

Plus, Liz Gilbert vs Jen Hatmaker + I try things from Instagram ads so you don’t have to

Whatcha Been Doing?

Me? Getting hit on! Dressing my husband up like a middle manager Michael Bublé! Getting our house photographed!

The OST + Joy Boost Index

Every small action categorized by result (more joy, more connection, building a better world, taking care of yourself), plus links to all Joy Boosts by category!

I Almost Had To Go On The Lamb

My newest, middle aged obsession got me into a wee bit of trouble

The Ugliest Chairs That You Need To Buy Asap

Plus, how many photos I have on my phone , why packing feels like my face is being ripped off, and a hack to keep you off your phone (Joy Boosts #6)

Curious What You Think!

Plus, how to get people’s opinions without the Judgment Monster rearing his head

A Foundation That Has People Actually Complimenting My Skin?!?!?

Plus, my newest ADHD hack that’ll have you screaming “GENIUS!”, how to keep your kitchen bug-free, and the sunshine and optimism you need right now (Joy Boost #5)

The #1 Rule For Reconnecting With Old Friends? Make The First Move, Baby

And, I know, PHONES ARE SCARY so I have another idea

I Saw The Materialists So You Don’t Have To

Also, the ultimate Octogenarian Chic visor, a low-stress way to network, and a wannabe trad-wife, at-home vanilla latte

The “Can’t Wait Code” You Need To Get On Your Calendar

You’ll be screaming “Hot Diggity” by the end of the week

How To Prank Your Siblings (Joy Boost #3)

Plus, a matching set that’ll make you look like you slept and showered, a super ugly but highly effective calendar, and change-your-life, perimenopause podcasts.

I’m Ready To Help Our Neighbors

Because little actions solve big problems so take the pressure off!

Joy Boost #2: The “Man, I Was Sick” Edition

Also, THE BEST JEANS. Mic drop.

All Of The (Excellent) Books I’ve Read So Far This Year!

Thrillers, family drama, well-written fun, personal growth - it’s a good list

Perfectionism SUCKS.

How about a new way to think about it that’ll get you moving and feeling good about yourself?

Oof, I’m 50 Today!

Plus, all my fave sleep recs, which you need once you’re a middle-aged lady

How To Take Meaningful Action When The World Feels Scary And Overwhelming

What to actually do with your hands when the news is a lot and you feel teensy tiny.

Joy Boost #1: Because We All Need A Pump Me Up!

A book to get you communicating on point, a hilarious TV show, and my fave life upgrade from last year.

How I Went From Feeling Totally Paralyzed To...much Less So

Spoiler Alert: It wasn’t the Trader Joe’s cookies

Super Personal Episode! My 30-Year Journey From Diet Culture To Self Love And (Pretty Good) Health

Three decades of it, told honestly, with the messy middle left all the way in.

How To Support A Friend Who’s Going Through A Crisis

9 ideas + the one thing to NEVER say

It’s A New Year! 6 Fresh Ways To Make Resolutions That You’ll Actually Stick With

Six ways that don’t involve waking up at 4am or hating yourself into a new habit.

Your Holiday Season Permission Slip (Yep, It’s Time To Chill Out And Know You’re Enough)

Your house is a disaster and your list is endless and YOU ARE STILL ENOUGH. Signed, me.

You Definitely Need To Start Aiming Lower

Why doing a B- job is an A+ solution

Better Than A Gift Guide!

Earlier this year I joined an incredible Mastermind because I was — as we say in the biz — Royally Stuck. Plus things FOR YOU in this season of madness.

The Most Terrifying Text You’ll Ever Receive

Plus a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis (very juicy) and Operation Oxygen Mask, my free challenge for building the habit of making yourself a priority.

Taylor Swift! 5 Business And Life Lessons From The Eras Tour

I thought it was going to be a regular ole concert. Um, NO. You don’t have to be a Swiftie for this one.

The Kind Person’s Guide To Boundary-Setting (That Actually Works!)

Quit the people-pleasing and bring on the holiday peace. You can be kind AND get what you need.

Stop Trying To Do Everything! How The Rule Of 3 Can Transform Your Life

There’s time for everything that matters — just not all of it at the same dang time.

Omg, I’m Turning 50! Confusing, Weird, Amazing-ish?

My raw thoughts on hitting half a century while still feeling 34 most days.

The Ultimate Guide To Making A Difference In The World

You don’t need endless time or all the answers. Ten minutes counts. Pinkie swear.

Are You Having Fun? How To Make Sure It Shows Up On The Regular

When was the last time? Can’t remember? Yikes. Let’s get serious about being silly.

How To Find The Right Coach For You

Therapy vs. coaching, the questions to ask, and why a little discomfort is a good sign.

Feeling Stuck? ME TOO! How I’m Getting Over It And Kicking Fear’s Little Hiney

The four sneaky ways fear keeps you small, plus the one question that changed everything for me.

Power Of Words, Part 2: How Changing Specific Words Can Change How You Show Up

Swap “but” for “and.” Be kind instead of nice. Quit being “fine.” Small words, big life.

All Things Perfectionism! How It Shows Up, Why It Stinks, And What You Can Do About It

She’s sneaky and she wears disguises — fear, control, procrastination, defensiveness. Hi, hello.

7 Things I Learned From My Accountability Coach (That You Can Steal!)

I hit my goals for maybe the first time ever. Here’s everything I’m handing over.

Just For Fun! What To Read, Watch, Wear, And Put On Your Face This Summer

Easy beach reads, the one packing item that got me down to one suitcase, and my 5-step face routine.

How To Shift What You Think And Say For Better Relationships And More Confidence

I named my inner critic and it was a total game-changer. Words are POWERFUL.

Money! The 6 Money Books That Will Change Your Life

Money is loaded and nobody talks about it. So I’m talking about it, plus six books that did it for me.

Why You Need Support (And The Mindset Shifts You Gotta Make To Get It)

It wasn’t about the moolah. It was deciding I was worth the help. LIFE CHANGING.

Thoughts On...toilet Paper

Not sure why my epiphany had to happen in here

How To Make New Friends As An Adult

One in four adults is lonely and you don’t even get the high of cigarettes. My 3-step plan for finding your peeps.

WSUAs #6 + I Made A Podcast!

The best hair removal cream, a great pool read, and I may have found the perfect swimsuit

How I Still Make Time For Myself In Summer Madness

Why do these people need to eat so very, very often?!?! Enter: Fill Me-Ups.

My Journey With ADHD And Getting A Late In Life Diagnosis

Grief, relief, and the excitement of finding out I wasn’t broken. It was A LOT.

11 Ways To Stop Procrastinating And Finally Get It Done

Take it from the former Queen of Putting It Off — ask my college roommate about those 4am papers.

How To Release Mom Guilt And Have Fun With Your Kids This Summer

Summer, or as I like to call it, High Mom Guilt Season. A few ideas so you keep your mind.

The Power Of Small Changes: How Small Shifts Can Change Your Life

We think it’s the seismic decisions that move things. It’s the teensy tiny ones, over and over.

The Definitive Guide To Getting Organized

Including the two questions that will help you decide whether or not to keep the thing

WSUAs #5: My Fave TV Show Is Back, Plus The Best Dress For Summer

And, a free download to help you have more summer fun!

Book Round Up! What To Read Now!

We’ve got thrillers, family drama, personal growth, and Tana and Ann

Why, Hello, Maycember

WHY DID I THINK I COULD OPT OUT!?!??!

WSUAs Are Back + Mother’s Day Is Weird, Isn’t It?

The best tank top EVER, a book that changed me, and a podcast episode that blew my mind

How To Get Good At Anything (With An Easy 5-step Plan)

Or how I made it through a talk while my pants (quite literally) fell down

Toot That Horn

Or how I became the Meryl Streep of Denver’s Scene Study scene

Hello From The Queen Of Overthinking

And the one thing that knocks me out of it, every time

10 Ways We’ve Made Our Marriage Happier

Almost 20 years together means I’m some sort of expert, right?

My Favorite Books From Last Year, By Category

The only thing missing is overly long acceptance speeches

How I Went From Spinning In Circles To Actually Getting Things Done (Maybe)

With a handy-dandy cheat sheet for you!

How Are Those Resolutions Coming?

Stalled? Non-existent? That’s EXCELLENT NEWS!

WSUA: 5 Things To Make You Laugh Because You Probably Need It Right About Now

There are a bunch of quick ones so take that trip to the bathroom!

How Are You At Celebrating Your Accomplishments?

And the 6 things I’m celebrating from last year

WSUA #4: 5 Quick Buys To Make The Holidays More Fun + My Fave Last Minute Gift Idea!

It’s a good one and you won’t even have to leave your computer for it

How To Have More Fun Over The Holidays

The holidays are my Super Bowl so let me lead you to victory

WSUAS #3: What I Won’t Shut Up About, Holiday Gift Edition!

Meaningful and fun gifts for everyone in your life, including the hard people (hairdressers, MILs, BILs, dads, teachers...)!

All The Ways I Have Sabotaged Myself The Last 20 Years

And how I’m TRYING to not do the same thing this time

Boundaries! Boundaries! Boundaries!

Why the whole “no is a full sentence” gives me hives and what actually works

This Isn’t The Post I Planned To Write Because I’m Sick And Also A Little Bit Unhinged?

GIVE ME ALL THE SALTINES AND FLAT SPRITE!

WSUA #2: What I Won’t Shut Up About This Week

A site for all your Swiftie gifts, a book that will make you snort out loud, and the best backpack EVAH

How Getting Hustled Renewed My Faith In Humanity

WSUA #1: What I Won’t Shut Up About

An unputdownable book, the Paparazzi Boys, and what to cook when you don’t want to cook (me, every day of my life)

How I’ve Started Setting Myself Up For Success

Even though I basically want to sip champagne all day while people bring me things