33 Things I would tell my 13-year-old self
Not long ago, while half-assing an attempt to Marie Kondo my closet, I found an old shoebox that led me to re-discover a photo of my 13-year-old self. I promptly took a photo of that…
Death Did a Number on Me
Nine years ago, I was sitting mindlessly in my office cubicle in Omaha, Nebraska when the receptionist called to inform me that my dad was in the lobby. I walked out to greet him: He…
How to Get Over Someone You Love
Vincent Van Gogh famously said, “The more you love, the more you suffer.” This is a particularly grim sentiment – the idea that if you open up your heart, it’s bound to get broken. Of…
Why You Need a Relationship Posse
My ex-girlfriend is one of the most beautiful women I’ve ever seen. Her body is a work of art, perfectly toned and golden tan with a smattering of graceful tattoos and a tiny, steel rod…
You Already Have the Information You Need
Some time ago, I was on the phone with Becky, a life coach who specializes in “helping people with an overwhelming desire to create miracles.” Becky lives in North Carolina, in a quaint, sparsely populated…
Mother Knows Best: Why Generosity is the Way
My mother is a true altruist, who strives to make generosity a daily practice. I can’t help but wonder if maybe that’s why she’s so goddamn happy all the time.
How to Not be the Biggest Fucking Downer on the Planet
I was the biggest fucking downer on the planet. At least, that’s what my friend Kevin told me. Specifically, he said, “Dude, you’re the biggest fucking downer on the planet.” And Kevin isn’t the only…
Your Life is a Party and You Choose the Guest List
Are you going to invite someone who will piss in your sink?
On Your Quest for Love, Know When to Run Like Hell
It’s essential to not just walk away, but run like hell from these kinds of people.
The Life-Altering Benefits of Fuck You
Embrace the Fuck You way, and magical things will happen
Maybe You Shouldn’t Talk to Your Friends About Your Broken Heart
It’s actually kind of a dumb idea.
Inertia is Death
You can create a life you deserve, or you can settle for a life of excuses.
The Cult of Meditation and Why You Should Join
Meditation is a wonderfully simple activity that makes life just a little bit better.
