Kids die in video games a hundred times and laugh. Adults see one 'Game Over' screen and think we're stupid. Sick with a cold and struggling with Zelda's complicated controller, I realized I hadn't challenged myself mentally in years. Maybe growth requires being terrible at something first, even when you're forty and can't remember which button makes Link jump.
Growth Mindset
When Perfectionism Becomes a Prison: Finding Freedom to Grow
I wore perfectionism like armor until I realized it was keeping me from real connection and growth. Here's how embracing imperfection opened doors I never knew existed.
Six Ways I Learned to Love Better: Transforming Broken Relationships
My relationships were failing because I was bringing the wrong version of myself to them. Here are six hard-won lessons that changed how I connect with the people I love most.
Writer's Growth 