Confidence
How I lost my confidence, in more ways than one, and how I’m winning it back.
Monday Quote: Amitav Ghosh
How can artists effectively engage with the public about climate change?
How High is Too High?
I’m used to dealing with deep bipolar lows. How do I manage an unexpectedly high phase?
Saturday Shot: Jan 26
Found this hidden gem on last week’s hike.
The Right Mindset for the Right Book
Marie Kondo advocates cutting your book collection to 30. I discuss why that won’t work for people like me.
Monday Quote: Mary Oliver
Last week we said goodbye to poet and writer Mary Oliver.
Who is today's Rachel Carson?
Rachel Carson is often seen as the driver of the modern environmental movement. But who stands in her shoes today?
A Break for the Holidays
We all need a break sometimes, and the holidays are the perfect time for rest, relaxation, and recalibration.
Monday Quote: Barbara Kingsolver & Antonia Malchik
This week my quotes have to do with persevering even when you feel inadequate or not ready or filled with anxiety (the latter is me … Read more
Saturday Shot: 15 Dec
This week’s picture shows how frost crystals form on low-lying garden plants.