Apparently it's Friendly February. I saw this graphic last night as I was scrolling through one of the socials, and had to share it. The calendar was created by the team at Action for Happiness, a "movement of people committed to building a happier and more caring … [Read more...]
Queen Latifah, Mental Health and Coworking
Way back in 1989, Queen Latifah dropped "Ladies First" on the world. The song called for the elimination of stereotypes and giving women due respect. It balanced smart insight, a contagious groove, a spirit of unity that Latifah always brings, and a pinch of the … [Read more...]
The Struggle is Real: Mental Health in Coworking (and Life)
A couple of weeks ago, I was thinking about how many of my friends and colleagues struggle with overwhelm, anxiety and depression. So I posted a Twitter poll just to get a sense of things in my larger circle. The results surprised and troubled me. Granted, a Twitter poll … [Read more...]
Coworking in Sweats: the Quiet Strength of Community
The other day in my home coworking space, I overheard a conversation that went something like this: Person 1: Hey, did I show you the photos I took of last week’s event? Person 2: (Glances up with a stressed-out look): I can’t talk now. I’m having a day. I’ll catch up with … [Read more...]