I’ve had plenty of moments when I felt like I wasn’t the “right” fit for something, whether it was a job, a hobby, a relationship, or a dream. But more often than not, when I’ve said yes to those opportunities, they’ve led me somewhere meaningful. It’s rarely been a perfect journey, but it’s one I’m …
Life isn’t always clear-cut. It’s easy to fall into the trap of seeing everything through the lens of either/or. Either I succeed or I fail. Either this is good or it’s bad. Either I’m strong or I’m struggling. But the truth is, most of life unfolds in the in-between, the messy, beautiful, uncertain space where …
Have you ever found yourself wondering what comes next, not just in the world, but in your own life? Maybe you’re standing at a crossroads, feeling the weight of a big decision, or simply sensing that something is shifting. I’ve felt it too. There is so much uncertainty in the air right now. Globally, yes. …
What a weekend! For weeks, you’ve heard me talk about Global Hugs Weekend and how much I love it. I’ve invited you—some might say I’ve begged you—to join in. I created this annual event to help people feel like they matter in their communities, and it continues to be one of my favorite weekends of the year. …
Dreams rarely unfold in a straight line. They often begin as a small whisper, a quiet nudge you can’t ignore. For me, that whisper turned into Global Hugs. In January 2008, I decided to step way outside my comfort zone and offer free hugs in Chicago. I wasn’t sure how people would respond, but I wasn’t alone. …
When people talk about change, it can feel overwhelming. We often think we must take massive leaps or have everything figured out before we begin. I love visualizing the big picture of what I’m creating and getting into that energy, imagining the lives impacted, the joy shared, the expansion felt. But sometimes that vision can …
Will you do me a favor? Please, stop it! What do you ask? Stop being so hard on yourself. Stop believing you are unworthy of living a life that you love. Stop giving your doubts and fears center stage and all of your attention. Stop thinking it’s too late to do something differently to live …
April 1st is a day I tend to go into hiding. Practical jokes have never been my thing, mostly because I’m pretty gullible. One year, I was sure I had made it through the day unscathed, only to realize I had wished a Facebook friend a happy birthday—on what was their fake April Fools’ birthday …
As spring shows up here in the Western Hemisphere, it reminds me how much can change with time, attention, and care. I went out looking for spring this past weekend and found it. I spotted a few robins and some early flowers beginning to bloom and felt that familiar shift in the air—a reminder that …
Recently, I went to the lake to catch the sunrise. I live just a few minutes away, so it’s an easy trip. While I knew the weather might not be ideal, I still made my way there, waiting patiently for the sun to break through the clouds. Even though the skies were overcast, I snapped …
