Gem Class: The Cool Down

Signs You're Holding Yourself Back

We hold ourselves back sometimes without even knowing it. We tell ourselves that we need success quickly, that there's not enough room for us, and that things have to be done perfectly before they're done at all. Join me as I discuss the challenges I've faced in my own journey and the ways I'm getting out of my own way.

"Quiet Quitting": When should we go Above and Beyond?

"Quiet Quitting" has been all over the internet this past month. Join me as I share some insights about going "above and beyond"--in work, in relationships, and in life. "Above and beyond" has its purposes, but it might not always be necessary.

Learn to Trust Yourself: The "Looking Glass Self"

Have you ever felt like you care way too much about other people's opinions? There's a reason for that. In this episode, I explain "The Looking Glass Self", how it impacts our ability to make our own decisions, and what you can do to get back in control of your own life.

What Athletes can Teach us about Mental Health

From Brittney Griner, to Naomi Osaka, to Marshawn Lynch, and beyond, athletes are used to the spotlight. Whether they’re out on the court or dominating headlines, they can teach us a lot about preserving our own mental health and dealing with the everyday pressures of life.

What You Learned in History Class was WRONG. Why that matters.

If you’re like me, you had to take several different history classes in school. Still, no matter how much the classes differed, they also seemed to have a couple of things in common. What we learn in history class (from kindergarten through college, and onward into adulthood), has a huge impact on how we develop as human beings and how we develop an outlook on the world.