# Emotional Health

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Seek Out the People (and Places) That Inspire You

Jul 30, 2025

Inspiration isn’t passive. You have to put yourself in the places where it lives—whether that’s a gym, a baseball field, the woods, or a gallery. And when you do, it changes you.

Life Feels Better with Music On

Jul 28, 2025

A quiet afternoon, a favorite song, and a few old photos reminded me how much better life feels with music playing in the background.

The Hardest Part of Inheriting Isn’t the Money

Jul 24, 2025

We think the hard part of inheritance is dividing money. But the real challenge is speaking up before things fall apart—and living with the discomfort of being the one willing to do it.

The Day a Grown Man Called Me a “Pussy” on Reddit

Jul 24, 2025

It didn’t ruin my day. But it showed me how I want my kids to show up—online and off.

When No Is the Right Answer

Jul 2, 2025

A reflection on the hard but necessary practice of saying no with empathy—and why boundaries are what make adult relationships work.

The Day I Peed on Myself and Stopped Caring What People Think

Jun 25, 2025

This is the story of how I once pissed myself on a stalled New York City subway train—and why I wouldn’t trade that night for anything. It’s about shame, letting go, and realizing the world doesn’t revolve around you. Thank God.

Why I Don’t Lead with Answers Anymore

Jun 23, 2025

I used to think leadership meant having the answer. But over time—through parenting, running a business, and watching one brilliant baseball coach reframe a moment—I’ve come to believe something else: asking the right question might be the most powerful move we can make. This post is about the shift from control to curiosity, and what happens when we lead with belief instead of certainty.

Why We Left the Travel Team My Son Worked So Hard to Make

May 1, 2025

At 11 years old, kids need reps, not the bench. Here's why we left the travel team our son worked so hard to join—and what really matters at this age.

Strong Enough to Soften: Rethinking Independence in Parenting

Apr 19, 2025

How do we raise strong, self-reliant kids without sacrificing emotional support? One parent explores the tension between grit and generosity.

I Lost Control of my Emotions

Apr 10, 2025

An honest reflection on losing your temper as a parent, the power of apologizing to your child, and how one moment of vulnerability opened the door to emotional growth and trust.

Rebalancing My Relationship with My Kids: A Simple Solution

Apr 2, 2025

Discover how a simple walk in the woods can reset your relationship with your kids. Learn how nature creates space for connection, healing, and real conversations.