Feeling overwhelmed? Take a moment to breathe, reflect and seek motivation as fuel. I know about this. During what became a short-lived professional chapter that was both epically toxic and stressful, a mantra came to mind. Daily, there was chaos on all sides (up, down, left, right, past, present, future, etc.). The expression that kept me steady: Stay Humble. Stay Nimble. Stay Positive. Humble - Staying humble in this setting forced me to manage my ego in order to focus on

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“We are diamonds taking shape.” That’s the line in Coldplay’s “Adventure of a Lifetime” that triggered my tears. In spite of my lifelong music passions, I rarely listen to pop music these days. Being a New York-based NPR disciple without a car, it’s rare that I venture beyond my designated stations. The odd occasion was a weekend road trip from Brooklyn to Baltimore. My partner Paul and I were heading to our second Bar Mitzvah within two years. This one was for the youngest s

80% - estimate of Moms who experience the Baby Blues: feelings of worry, unhappiness, and fatigue after having a baby. These feelings are somewhat mild and exit within a few weeks on their own. However, Postpartum Depression symptoms are more severe and usually require treatment. The condition affects at least 15% of births and may precede or follow anytime after childbirth. National Institute on Mental Health #Motherhood #Parenting #Depression #Stress #Alone #Isolation #Fami

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