Challenging Times

We Can Do Hard Things (And We Don’t Have to Do Them Alone)

I haven’t written in two months—and it’s been a season.

My daughter had double jaw surgery, followed by an emergency procedure for a rare infection. My partner had heart surgery. In between: a sick dog, a broken tooth, failing appliances, major car repairs, and the discovery of mold and termites in our downstairs room.

And still—here I am, back at my desk, showing up to my work.

What I’ve learned is still unfolding, but I want to share what’s clear—especially for anyone navigating their own version of overwhelm, uncertainty, or burnout in work or life.

Because these lessons—about capacity, intuition, and receiving support—aren’t just personal.
They are deeply professional.