As an HSP I absolutely hate "busy" (which for me equals overwhelm), and I'm on a mission to obliterate it for myself—and, I hope, for all of you, my wonderful readers.

I've been thinking a lot about productivity and perfectionism. And let me be someone who can reassure you: not every day needs to be (or even can be) a superhero day ... go easy on yourself.

How do we carve out legato time when the world seems designed to keep us in staccato mode?

Do you make New Year's resolutions? I don't—hear me out.

How did I get to this week of peace and a little Christmas magic? In large part, I went by feel (a classic HSP tool).

Anyone stressed as the holidays kick into high gear? My hand is raised.

May you take a quiet moment this week to reflect on the beautiful harvest you've gathered to yourself.

I've really taken some lessons forward from my time off, and I want to share those gentle reminders with you.

Henry Rollins—musician, writer, and all-around creative— wrote this back in his 2012 column, "Summer Be Gone!" when he was ready to wave...

Yes, that Kris Jenner. Of the Kardashians. Are you surprised to see her name pop up on my blog? Well, confession time: I've watched the Kardashians for years, from way back in the Keeping Up days. But anyway, I find them endlessly fascinating—Kris in particular. And yesterday a clip from Kanye West's just-released documentary started making the media rounds. I started watching through my fingers with squinted eyes, but I quickly sat up straighter as I watched Kris at the h

I've developed a fresh appreciation for my favorite topic: overwhelm. Though I'm not sure it's the field test I wanted, I'm smack in the middle of taking my own advice. My best friend has been my GPS system. You've heard me talk about this before: Gather, Prioritize, Simplify.

An important reminder from high achiever Susan L. Taylor for we fellow high achievers: relaxation is not a luxury. If you don't make time to recuperate, you will burn out. Please don't do that to yourself. You're worth taking care of!

Let's take a lovely reminder about intentionalism in our homes (and I would say lives as well) from Arts & Crafts legend William Morris.