Author and self-care expert Renee Trudeau offers a short exercise on ways to feel more grounded.

I woke up this morning craving the powerful music of Handel's Messiah. I grew up with a mother who was a gifted classical musician and this piece would permeate our home during the month of December. I listen to the Messiah at high volume and…

My husband and I are looking forward to some downtime with friends and family this week. We're also pausing before we head to (or host) gatherings to ask: what do we most need right now and how can we make these experiences as intentional, joyful…

Years ago, I started a nonprofit initiative in Austin, TX that focused on supporting parents of teens. Here's the lament that I heard regularly when one of our parent's children was struggling: "It's so hard for me to feel joy or happiness when…