The substance of style: Wardrobe basics


I worked at a clothing store during my multiple-job phase in college, and am glad I can look back fondly on those (ahem) unique work moments and lessons. Por ejemplo. Work moment: Greeting folks with a cheerful, excited grin led to apologies from confused customers. Lesson: Genuine joy in shopping malls is completely disarming. Work …

Daily reminders to keep you centered


Over the years, I've found the biggest challenges and personal rewards come not from what I do, but how I do it.  Certain reminders keep me centered and able to navigate the best and worst from the right perspective. You know, the profoundly lovely, simple reminders that somehow escape you when life seems to have …

Signs of a Super-warrior


I'm pretty sure when you look at Mr. Yoked-out Olympian angry man of the year above you think, "Now THAT'S a fighter."  You wouldn't want to tangle with him in a dark alley.  He looks like he leads a very disciplined, serious life where he's constantly preparing for, engaged in, or recovering from battle.  This …