Hey Reader, I know you have a lot on your plate right now. If you're feeling the weight of protecting your sanity while navigating uncertainty at work and making sense of everything happening in the world, you're not alone. The fear, anxiety, and heartbreak from the headlines are palpable and may leave you feeling unsettled and questioning whether you're truly making a difference. This anguish has been front and center the last few months while training teams on Managing Change and...
7 days ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader, Right now, I know so many changemakers like you are feeling the weight of the events unfolding in your community and around the world. It’s about more than headlines. The fear, anxiety, and heartbreak are real—and they may leave you feeling unsettled and questioning whether you’re truly making a difference. You’re witnessing the impact firsthand as you work hard to move your mission forward and support those directly affected while struggling to take care of yourself and your...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, How’s 2025 feeling so far? If your answer is somewhere between “a lot” and “too much,” you’re not alone. Many of us are carrying more than we realize. Navigating change, holding space for others, and trying to make a difference in a world that feels increasingly unpredictable. That’s why I’m inviting you to join me for the FREE 2025 Life Planning Reset on Sunday, June 1st from 4-6 PM ET (GMT-4). 👉🏾 Learn more and register here: mindfultechie.com/lifeplanningreset This free...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Six months into the year, to many it feels like we've already lived a lifetime. The impact of chronic stress on the body and mind is profound, including and maybe even especially the impact of collective chronic stress. These include: Shrinking the brain's prefrontal cortex, which impairs decision-making, planning, and goal-oriented behavior. Reduction in self-regulation capacity, which impairs time management, goal-tracking, and emotional control. For changemakers, that impact is...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I know you’re managing a lot right now, but you're not alone. Collectively, we're navigating what some call a polycrisis—the convergence of multiple interconnected crises that create a situation with heightened uncertainty that is challenging to manage and wrap our heads around. With funding cuts, political and economic shifts, information overload, and constantly changing priorities, you may be feeling overwhelmed. That’s why, now more than ever, it’s essential to secure your...
2 months ago • 4 min read
Hey Reader, We’re living in a time of profound transition—one that’s reshaping how we create sustainable impact in the world. With funding cuts, political and economic shifts, information overload, and constantly changing priorities, you may be feeling everything from anger and worry to exhaustion and burnout. The truth is, change is a constant in our lives and work. Funding priorities shift. Policies change. New crises emerge. But the leaders who navigate these challenges skillfully aren’t...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, Just checking in to see how you're holding up. I know this has probably been a season of intense change and uncertainty for you and your work. But know that If you’re struggling to balance impact and well-being, you're not alone. That's why I was excited to talk with Julia Campbell recently about How to Take Care of Yourself While Changing the World. I shared practical insights about making space to take care of yourself in busy seasons, navigating social impact grief, and how to...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I know you have a lot on your plate in this season of intense change and uncertainty. So, if you're struggling with how to get grounded for yourself or your team, you're in good company. Maybe you're wondering how can mission-driven professionals sustain their well-being and avoid burnout while making an impact? Or how can you recognize the red flags of burnout in yourself, your coworkers, and your boss, and what steps can you take to address them? I addressed these questions in...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, How are you holding up? Between political change, new tech, and the non-stop bad news cycle, I know you have your hands full. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, tired, or stretched thin, know you’re not alone. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on my WHY. I believe no matter what's happening in the world, each of us is called to serve and make a difference with our talents and resources. I'm called to help changemakers like you do the good work without sacrificing your well-being in the...
5 months ago • 1 min read