The most common question in the world that gets asked in every language: “How are you”? Or “You ok”? gets the most common response: Fine (or OK, Alright, Eh, “Good.”) And behind that most common response is a litany of “stuff” we often just don’t want to get into. What I love about this drawing …
Today’s SameHere Hero Story: Kate Eckman I lost two loved ones to suicide in one year and it completely changed the trajectory of my life. It wasn’t just the pain of losing two friends to suicide; it was the constant hustle of trying to prove my worth to myself and the world through an endless …
Heading out to the burbs today to celebrate the 2nd bday of my little nugget niece. Her real bday is Wednesday (so you’ll probably see me talk abt her then as well…just a heads up :), but obv wknds are an easier time to bring ppl together. I’ve shared many times over the last few …
Why’s this story (& those like it) so impt in this space? Athletes are ppl. Ppl who have jobs. With those jobs come trade-offs & challenges. With those challenges come struggles that weigh on our MH. The high profile nature of athletes – professional, amateur/Olympic, even college now, show us public examples of human beings …
7/10/21: Allyson Felix Shows What It’s Like To Truly Care For Others Read More »
Sometimes you just need a day where someone else’s quote hits the spot, & is what motivates you. This quote couldn’t be more fitting for what happens on social media, driven by the SM companies themselves…& shows what gets “approval” from their filters, & en masse, from their users. On these apps that give “approval” …
7/8/21: Don’t Trade Your Authenticity For Approval Read More »
I opened up Fbook last nt prior to the Suns 1st NBA Finals game. Saw 12 posts by current/former employees I’m still connected w, sharing their excitement…& the coolest part: seeing dozens more msgs from others in our Suns “fam.” I’ve worked for a # of pro teams. But there was something abt the Suns, …
7/7/21: Never Wanting To Leave A Group Once You Find Your Place Read More »
So…yesterday was July 4th. I’ve had a history w the 4th, that goes all the way back to being a kid, 9yrs old. Like many who grew up in the northeast, I started going to sleep-away camps that age. There was a breakdown of the “girls side” of camp, & the “boys side.” Fraternization wasn’t …
7/5/21: We Can Always Look Forward To Our Firsts Read More »
This case w @carririchardson_ is so: complex, fascinating, & impt to discuss. Full disclosure – I’ve never been a consistent cannabis user. Tried a few times in college. Didn’t love it for rec usage. Haven’t used it since. That doesn’t mean a) I don’t respect the plant when used properly, b) I’m not educating myself …
7/3/21: Sha’Carri Richardson And Questions About Cannabis Read More »
I try to write these, thinking abt what’s going on in my own personal life…& if I’m able to gain any clarity, pass on learnings from both my own hiccups & experiences. I’ve been getting very frustrated the last wk. My brain hasn’t been as clear – at all. I don’t feel nearly as productive …
7/1/21: When You’re Struggling, Remember All You’ve Accomplished Read More »
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