How a marathon level disco rehearsal was a victory for my well-being.

Last week, I let a cake outdo me. At least now I can explain what happened.

Could it be that the natural evolution of an overachiever is to become a Disney Villain?

Don’t skip the celebration.

Driving with my teenager is teaching me a new way to see acutely stressful situations - are they a challenge or a threat?

Be wary of any tale that suggest the pursuit of always feeling good will lead to long-lasting happiness.

What are overachievers afraid of? Let’s jump into the 2×2 Achievement Goal Model to see the science behind this.

What my first car tried to teach me about taking care of myself.

A quick overview of what my degree is in.

Take a moment to reflect and close out big accomplishments before moving on to the next.

Tapping into intrinsic motivation can make even the most mundane things feel fun and exciting.

To find balance between achieving and well-being, we need to embrace connecting with, trusting, and relying on others.

My master’s program is almost complete! Here are some favorite phrases and concepts from my journey.

Spending time in “Green Spaces” (i.e. nature) has a multitude of well-being benefits

Being a scientist of yourself is a key behavior for long-term well-being.

Our power to choose is something we will protect fiercely. Wielding that power well is where the true test lies.

Running too hard and too fast can lead to injury that takes time and attention to heal. Luckily, it can heal, and you can continue running again.

Often, when we’re stressed or depressed, we act in ways that can make that stress or sadness worse.