When’s the last time you did something completely new?

Recently, I found myself standing in an empty church sanctuary, surrounded by over 20 handbells, wearing fancy headphones, and trying not to mess up my part in a professional music recording.

Here’s the backstory: a friend of mine coordinate...

Happy Monday, and I hope your first official weekend of spring was fabulous!

Two recent "celebration" days inspired today's newsletter ...

International Day of Happiness was last week on Thursday - a reminder that happiness isn’t just a fleeting emotion; it’s a core part of our well-being. And yet...

This past Sunday, we all set our clocks forward by one hour. It’s a tiny shift - just 60 minutes - but it has an undeniable impact. The mornings feel darker, the evenings stretch longer, and for a few days, our routines feel slightly off. But then, almost without noticing, we adjust.

This small, de...

A couple of weeks ago, Minnesota was in a deep freeze - schools were closed, my weather app showed -15°F with a "real feel" of -30°F, and I had to bundle up in a stocking cap and winter coat just to step outside and head to the law school to teach (law school classes are never canceled, it seems). 

Let’s be real - lawyers are trained to argue. 

We build cases, poke holes in opposing arguments, and advocate fiercely. But outside of the courtroom? How we disagree matters just as much as whether we’re “right.”

I was scrolling Instagram the other day and I saw this quote by Adam Grant:

“Thought...

Have you ever noticed a theme emerging in your life? Maybe it's something subtle, like a word, a feeling, or an experience that seems to pop up repeatedly, as if it’s trying to tell you something. These themes often point to areas of growth, insight, or even just simple reminders to slow down and ap...

Life as a lawyer or legal professional can feel like a whirlwind - deadlines, client demands, and never-ending to-do lists. It’s so easy to push our own passions to the back burner. But here’s the thing: making time for hobbies, especially creative ones, can change everything.

For me, it’s playing ...

(Today’s note is a little more personal, but it also ties into our legal workplaces and one of the main reasons I do the work I do.)

Tomorrow is National Adoption Day, a day close to my heart. As the mom of three incredible children - two of whom are adopted - I’ve seen firsthand and lived the beau...

This week marks a personal milestone: I’m celebrating three years in business! Happy birthday to EsquireWell!

With this anniversary, I’ve taken a step back to think about what’s working, what I want to keep, and where I’d like to make some changes. I’ve refreshed my website (you can check it out he...

I hope you’ve had a productive, energizing week. I’m guessing it’s been a busy one for you (it sure has been for me), so I hope your Friday is providing an off-ramp into a restful, restorative weekend!

Tomorrow, September 21, is World Gratitude Day, so that makes it the perfect time to reflect on h...

My parents are in town this weekend, and today we are zipping out to the college my daughters attend 90-minutes away so my folks can see the girls’ college dorm rooms. (Yes, my daughters ended up choosing the same college, which I have to admit is very, very convenient!)

This morning, I decided to ...

A few weeks ago, my oldest daughter and I met a sweet rescue dog named Sadie. We connected with her immediately—her gentle eyes and tentative wag of the tail spoke volumes. But just as we were about to welcome her into our family, life got hectic. I had speaking engagements in Philadelphia, and then...