Some people wear overthinking almost like a badge of honor. They describe themselves as “deep thinkers” or say they’re just trying to be prepared. After all, thinking things through sounds responsible. The problem is that overthinking isn’t the same thing as wisdom. Overthinking is more than thinking deeply. It’s the habit of replaying conversations, imagining … Read more
When I first sat down to plan a 12-day Italy itinerary with ChatGPT, I knew two things for sure: I’d be in Lake Como for our daughter’s wedding, and I’d fly home from Rome. Everything in between was a blank page. I had dreams of gondolas in Venice, art in Florence, wine in Tuscany, and … Read more
Emotions can be fickle. My mom taught me that. When I was in my emotionally charged teen years, I remember my mom telling me not to trust my feelings. As I matured, I learned that emotions can often completely mislead me. Unfortunately, emotions can also impact one’s ability to make quality decisions and engage in … Read more