Here’s one undeniable way to discover yours. — You’re looking to find purpose—a reason to get up in the morning or a career to fulfill your heart and soul. I know the feeling. You try this and try that for a little while, only to be disappointed you don’t fall in love right away. “When will my calling…

You might just be “hangry.” — Do you have too many fights with your partner? You could be having trouble getting along in every way—or maybe you’re just hungry. This study by Ohio State University found that people fight more when they have low glucose levels and just need to eat. I don’t know how scientists…

At only 47 years old, his life was over in an instant — Imagine going to sleep and never waking up. Your daughter is wondering why you’re sleeping so late on a Monday holiday and not moving when poked and prodded. One of my best friends for almost thirty years passed away recently in his sleep, and it rocked me to the core…

The power of producing for others can change your life for the better. — In the 1930s, thousands of people lined up to view the Dionne Quintuplets on display in a hospital nursery in Ontario, Canada. Back then, no one knew having five babies at one time was possible—they had to see it to believe it. The Canadian government passed a bill making the…

Be honest. Would you do what it takes to be as good? — Success is easy for them. They're naturally talented and famous. Why couldn't I be born with such exceptional skills? I bet that's what you're thinking when reading a book by an author you admire or watching an actor play their role superbly, and it fills you with admiration. Perhaps, even…

And 3 ways to love the fundamentals and master your craft when you’re older. — “I don’t need to practice [insert art skill]. This is just my personal style.” How many times have I heard that from my art students? Way too many times. If you want to get good, you have to learn to love practicing the fundamental skills of your craft when you’re…

This is what it takes to get where you want to be. — Don’t be fooled by quick and easy success stories. Making it big takes a lot of hard work. It’s even more hard work than you think because success involves getting out of your own way. I know you want to believe you can stay the same, and luck will bless…

Put on some clothes. You’re outside, dammit! — Dear relaxed Rick, Robes are for wearing indoors. Walking a dog every morning can feel like a chore, but will you please stop going out only in your blue robe and flip-flops? Your pale legs and male hubris hurt my eyes and stain my soul. Every morning as I try…

If your child gets it, your time could be near. — My eleven-year-old daughter tested positive for covid a week ago. Fortunately, she’s vaccinated, so her symptoms were mild—but she definitely had them. Her first three days were filled with sore throat, fever, and headaches, making relaxing at home difficult. …