Have you ever wanted to take a break? Not a little break, but a big one? Like take a whole year off to do whatever you want? In academia, people call this kind of break a sabbatical, and if you’re a tenured professor, you can apply for one every seven years. Big break, escape hatch, … Continue reading Traversing the Liminal Space with Help From Alyson Wagner
This is a still life I made of some of my favorite things: succulents, dahlias, crystals, gemstones, lavender hearts, and seashells. I wanted to share this photo with you to encourage you to surround yourself with some of your favorite things and to remind you that not a single one of us knows how long … Continue reading Making It Through With My Favorite Things
I’ve been on a digital detox for 30 days and it’s been WONDERFUL. It wasn’t without its challenges, but overall, the changes I made resulted in less stress and more peace, so I’ve decided to do it for another 30 days. Here are the goals I set 30 days ago and how each one turned … Continue reading Digital Detox 30-Day Update
Staying home for nearly four weeks during this COVID-19 pandemic has given me a lot more time to think about what I want more of in my life and what I want less of. First off, I want to decrease the things that annoy or cause me anxiety on a daily basis. Second, I want … Continue reading Digital Detox for 30 Days
If you’re one of the lucky ones that’s able to work from home and can shelter in place during the COVID-19 pandemic, you might be feeling like you should be doing something more. I’d argue that you’re doing all that you can, and that instead of doing more, try doing what brings you comfort. Comfort? … Continue reading The Life Raft Series
