One of the beautiful things about living in a creative world is that there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy different forms of media and entertainment. In Episode 70, Christine and I share 13 things we're digging right now, including podcasts, TV … [Read more]
Creativity as self-care is a very real thing, both generally speaking and specifically as a way to counter bleakness with beauty, light, liveliness, and inspiration. In Episode 69, Christine and Asha talk about 8 easy ways to inject creativity into … [Read more]
The Women’s March on January 21, 2017 was possibly the largest day of protest in American history, with marches happening in all 50 states, and on all 7 continents. In Episode 68, Christine and I talk about the march itself -- and the energy and … [Read more]
These days it’s not easy to go slow. Or if you want to go slow, it often feels as if you’re going against the tide. In Episode 67, Christine and I interview Erin Loechner, founder of Design for Mankind, co-host of The Simple Show podcast, and author … [Read more]
This Saturday, women across the country will march in a national show of unity and strength. Now more than ever, women need to support one another and rise up together, both at work and at home. In Episode 66 of Edit Your Life, Christine and … [Read more]
Grownups can have a lot of emotional baggage related to decluttering, so it’s no surprise that kids can too. But decluttering is important — both for “stuff management” and also to teach kids about letting go of things. In Episode 65 of Edit Your … [Read more]
It’s a new year and there’s a lot that feels hazy and uncertain for many people -- which is all the more reason to spend some time thinking about how to shape the things you can control. In Episode 64 of Edit Your Life, Christine and I share about … [Read more]
As much as we love the holidays, let’s be honest — they often come with a lot of crap (both emotional and physical). It’s ironic that gift-giving can turn stressful; we feel obligated to buy stuff for people who (like us) are probably trying to … [Read more]
We’re a month out from the election and it’s still an emotional and tumultuous time for so many people. Many of us are acknowledging where we stand now, and are educating ourselves and taking action. In Episode 62, Christine and I share 9 ideas for … [Read more]
This post is sponsored by Embassy Suites. We hosted my extended family for Thanksgiving for the first time this year. Nine relatives, from middle schoolers to grandparents, traveled to Portland so we could eat a good meal and spend the holiday … [Read more]