The Gifts of an Autism Spectrum Disorder

The Gifts of an Autism Spectrum Disorder

Today is the last day of Autism Awareness Month, so I’m getting this post in just under the wire. While much has been written about the neuroscience, research, need for …

Can Traffic Bring You Calm?

Can Traffic Bring You Calm?

Ah, traffic. Few things can ruin a good mood like traffic, and the Northern Virginia area has some of the worst of it in the country. My morning drive often …

That Post-Vacation Glow

That Post-Vacation Glow

I just got back from a week-long vacation, and I’m feeling the glow. The post-vacation glow. The new-eyes-on-the-world, problems-back-in-perspective, heart-full-of-ease glow. Do you know the glow I’m talking about? Not …

Gratitude: It’s more than just a chore

Being grateful has gotten a bad wrap. From being told at the dinner table “you should be grateful for your peas, there are children starving in Africa!” to the obligatory …