Thoughts of future pain made my current struggle hurt more. The key is to catch that mental time travel and come back to now.
His reason surprised me.
We all get down. And when it’s your partner’s turn, you need to be the counterweight.
This current event is a cool way to connect with your kids.
In the middle of the pandemic, we decided to move our family to another country for a year. It opened our eyes in so many ways, so I started looking out loud—creating these short musings on the passing moments…
It starts with an observation, memory, or imagined world—and it ends somewhere else. You can listen, or you can read. And if it bores the shit out of you, at least it’s short. Thanks for your patience as I find my voice.
Beware of that over-praise x criticism combo. And be kind to yourself.
We’re works in progress. We sometimes crash. But we keep trying. Because that’s what real dads do.
Every time you notice you’ve reacted poorly, you take a step forward.
Kids are excited. The years go fast. Here’s how stretch out the special times.
I’m not a very routine person. But these small daily habits add up to big changes over time.
What little thing could you slip into your routine to warm up someone’s day?
It’s a game. But it’s really about time together.
Be there with your kids, but don’t live through them.
Exactly where parents should aim to be.
The future is a great big question mark. Let’s train for that.
If he said “I’m the guy who’s changing” to this, then anything is possible.
A Starbucks line reveals the disconnect between the story in my head, and the world right in front of me.
Where you put your time and energy becomes your reality.
Your partner is aging, just like you. Be kind to each other.
This is fun. Just 3 steps to help winter spies do what they do best.
How often do you let yourself enjoy that space along the way?
He hops on me, I push him away. Just like siblings do.
The issue was his. But his dad discovered that he has room to improve too.
Whether a spontaneous insight into reality, or just a child being funny—kids say the darndest things.
On my run, I usually turn right. Today was different.
Psst: it’s not the only way to do it.
This is such an important mindset to build into your children.
A slide down an icy road reveals the marvelous inner works of our minds.
The past is past. Learn from mistakes. Then go to bed, and wake up with a clean slate.
When was the last time you asked your partner what you can do better for them?
Beautiful, and delicious. Would you care for a snow banana?
Today we say goodbye to a great spiritual leader, who will always be here.
Take a minute to step outside of your ravine.
At the funeral I heard: “I wish we would have had more time together.” Here’s what that means.
It’s happened more than once. And we’re just getting started.
It can be scary to share, but at least you tried. And learned. So try again.
When was the last time you veered off your everyday path?
A single word can flip your entire perspective. Got chocolate milk?
What you do today opens the way to the future you.
It’s a little sad seeing it go, but we’ve done a full reset to help.
A vaccine hangover prompts a twist of the typical rules.
An unexpected roller coaster connects two unpleasant experiences. And unlocks the magic of a child’s mind.
Start by asking: what do you want to remember?
What happened this year? I dug through a daily journal and 10,000 photos to find out.
This is half correct. Plus 10 ways to show your love.
Are we over parenting? Are we pushing them enough? Who knows. But we keep asking.
You are laying the foundation for your child’s future mind.
You’ll never take it all in. And that’s okay.
You know, that boy taking a dump behind the stable.
It wouldn’t be Christmas in our home without Caga Tió dropping off his holiday load.
And get lost, and get scared. Just wait with open arms.
It’s not about the day. It’s how you show up.
Why Christmas lights need good stories.
What kind of bird are you? Even more importantly, how do you treat other birds who stand out?
Your kids are your number one priority. But you still need time for yourself.
Are you telling stories of who you want to be?
Are you making the most of your transitions?
Do you know what you think you know? Here’s how to make new knowledge stick.
This isn’t science. But it does make transitions easier.
Here’s what my kids had to say. Hint: It starts with getting their attention.
Here’s why it hurts so bad.
On the edge of a thousand years.
But we still keep looking.
Is it the part you hope it is?
Halloween isn’t so scary anymore.
Stop saving time. Start paying attention.
Remember where you came from. And keep telling those stories.
On the joy—and theft—of making gingerbread houses.
And so goes the cycle of craving and boredom.
Why is it so easy to overlook the obvious?
Always running? Take time to idle when you need to.
It’s not your typical old dog.
On the magic of frozen water.
It might make someone’s day.
Before sending them to their fiery grave, take a moment to say thank you.
I love to see kids laugh. Here’s a challenge for you.
Everything eventually comes to an end. It’s not sad, it’s a wake up call.
There are always things to do that you’d rather avoid. What if instead, you just did it?
Plans gone wrong? Stop looking for excuses to make progress.
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