Questioning Therapy's Perpetual Present
The rhythm of therapy can tie people to their presents. But how to orient oneself in time is a deeply philosophical matter.
Painfully Tiny Goals
Painfully tiny goals hurt - but they work. Stop thinking big, start thinking small.
Is Productivity an Ethical Issue?
Yes, but it’s complicated.
How to De-Instrumentalize Time
Fight time scarcity this simple, actionable way.
The Existential Sandwich
The existential sandwich is when someone faces regular, day-to-day concerns that actually reveal complicated, abstract existential dilemmas. Virtually every client I meet has an existential sandwich of some variety or another on his or her plate. You probably do, too! Tackling existential sandwiches is my specialty and, if you'
Nothing is "Beyond" Self-Improvement
Self-improvement is not a stage. It sits alongside higher values and existential issues during every day you walk this earth.
Lockdown in NYC made me want to kill myself, so I had to leave
Lockdown in NYC made me want to kill myself, so I had to leave
How Homes Work: A Followup
How to avoid pitfalls when optimizing home-to-occupant fit.
Talking to the Dead
Not only can I still have a conversation with my dead dad, I can't avoid having a conversation with my dead dad.
First Annual Report
Happy first birthday to The Life Coach for Smart People!