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On becoming the ocean
To go back is impossible in existence
Jun 7
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5 ways to respond when someone asks why you're so quiet
I'll show you what to say, but also what tone (and state of mind) to say it in
Jun 4
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It's publication day for Lucky and Norman!
The reviews are in, and they're wonderful.
Jun 2
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May 2026
How to heal the pain of separation
Seven ways to say goodbye to the people you love most
May 27
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Family photos from the making of our new children's book
Two donkeys, two boys, three generations of the Cain family - and a bittersweet lesson on impermanence
May 22
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The Wonderless Age
The end of awe, the rise of cynicism, and ten ways to reclaim your astonishment
May 20
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The most moving parts of last Sunday's Candlelight Chat
We talked about things people rarely say out loud (here is the replay video)
May 11
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How to make better decisions
Are you a "maximizer" or a "satisficer" - and why does it matter so much?
May 5
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Tomorrow’s Sunday Candlelight Chat will be “just us” - at 1 pm, ET - here are the log-in instructions!
Can't wait to see you there🎈
May 3
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Our next "Just Us" Candlelight Chat will be THIS Sunday, at 1 pm Eastern, on Zoom.
I can't wait to see you there. 💕
May 1
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April 2026
A Stanford neuroscientist, on how and why to stop stressing, and save your health
Eight ways to cope with stress, fear, and modern life.
Apr 30
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Why you choke under pressure
And how to instantly reprogram your mind to stop doing it
Apr 23
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