# Chautauquas

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Leah Stayed: Poisonwood Bible Reflections

May 19, 2025

A reflection on Leah’s journey in The Poisonwood Bible and how open-mindedness, cross-cultural connection, and being willing to be changed can reshape our lives. Featuring wisdom from Anatole, a personal story from Korea, and a Beatles lyric that ties it all together.

Your Gut Knows the Way

May 17, 2025

From culinary school to combat zones, parenting through COVID to rebuilding a business—this is the story of trusting my gut when nothing else made sense.

Why I’m Passing on United Health (UNH) at $311

May 13, 2025

UnitedHealth Group (UNH) looked like a screaming buy at $311 a share—but I’m sitting this one out. Here’s why this complicated, risk-heavy business doesn’t make the cut.

Breadcrumbs for a Life Well Spent

Apr 18, 2025

Journaling helps me live with intention. From food to finances to bird calls in the woods, here’s how I track what matters and leave breadcrumbs worth following.

The Book That Rewired the Way I Live

Apr 3, 2025

How one book helped me stop coasting and start living with intention, care, and meaning. A reflection on quality, purpose, and embracing enough.

Finding Myself in Sly Stone: How Music Saved Me in My Darkest Hour

Mar 14, 2025

Discover how the music of Sly Stone became a lifeline during my darkest days, guiding me through loneliness, self-reflection, and ultimately back to myself.