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 …
One of the fascinating things about energy is how quickly it spreads. It’s easy and natural to join in when I’m around people celebrating what’s good, talking about what they’re grateful for, or simply radiating joy. That’s the beauty of matching energy in uplifting spaces. And it works both ways. If a room is filled …
We are in the early days of the 21-Day Kindness Pledge, and if you haven’t joined yet, there’s still time! This journey is about committing to kindness daily, even when it feels impossible. Maybe you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or dealing with someone who seems determined to test your patience. Life isn’t all rainbows and unicorns, and the …
