Sometimes we get stuck because of information overload. Illustration by Maljuk Analysis paralysis. This is a phenomenon that can happen...

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This year I am grateful for a lot of things. Actually, my heart is bursting with gratitude. I am most thankful, though, for all of the...

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What you have is valuable. Whether it's time, money, expertise, or something else, make it count. Give wisely. Give generously. Give of...