When the demands of a lifelong career finally begin to shift, we are suddenly gifted with the most precious commodity of all: time. But having an open schedule can be a double-edged sword. Without a daily routine to keep us anchored, it is easy to fall into a bit of a slump. The secret to … Read more
We have spent the last few days talking about connection—how to find a safe, quiet corner of the internet to meet friends and share hobbies. But community isn’t just about chatting. It is also about growing. There is a Japanese concept called ikigai, which roughly translates to “a reason for being.” It suggests that happiness … Read more
Have you ever started a project in the quiet of the morning, only to look up and realize the sun is setting and it’s suddenly time for dinner? That ‘missing time’ isn’t a lapse in memory or a sign of getting older—it’s actually a sign that your brain was in its happiest, most productive state. … Read more
There is a specific kind of silence that only January brings to Canada. The holiday rush has faded, the decorations are tucked away, and the world outside often feels like it’s holding its breath under a blanket of white. For many of us, this is the season where the “indoor hobby” moves from a pastime … Read more
Late-Blooming Artists (It’s Never Too Late) Hi there, and welcome to the final instalment of “The Creative Spirit”! Over the past two days, we’ve talked about writing your memoir and using photography to capture your world. Today, we’re going to tackle the biggest creative myth of all: that you needed to start young to be … Read more
Writing Your Memoir (for family, not necessarily for publication) Hi there, and welcome back! Have you ever sat at a family gathering and heard someone say, “I wish I’d asked Grandma about that before she passed”? Or found yourself thinking, “My grandkids have no idea what life was like when I was young”? Here’s the … Read more