The Comeback Is Not a Straight Line
Setbacks inside the recovery are part of the recovery.
Category: Moments
Short real-time updates and posts from Chris — the “Magic Moments” live feed.
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Finding Your Identity After Losing a Role
When a job, title or role ends, it can feel like losing part of yourself. Here is how to rediscover who you are beyond what you did. Read more
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Kintsugi and the Beauty of Repair
The Japanese art of kintsugi mends broken pottery with gold, making the repair part of the beauty. Here is its history and what it can teach about comebacks. Read more
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The February Check-In: Revisiting January’s Goals Honestly
Six weeks into the year is an ideal time to review your goals. This guided check-in helps you keep what works, fix what does not and move forward. Read more
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Running on Empty: Recognizing When You Need to Slow Down
Pushing hard can feel productive until it isn’t. Here are common signs that you are running on empty and practical ways to start refilling. Read more
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Making Decisions When You’re Afraid of Getting It Wrong
Fear of choosing wrong can freeze us in place. These practical steps can help you make thoughtful decisions even when the outcome is uncertain. Read more
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Self-Compassion Is Not Letting Yourself Off the Hook
Some people fear that being kind to themselves will make them lazy. In practice, self-compassion often makes it easier to take responsibility and keep growing. Read more
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Supporting a Partner Through a Hard Season
When the person you love is struggling, it can be hard to know what to do. These ideas can help you support a partner while caring for yourself too. Read more
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Courage Is a Practice, Not a Personality Trait
Courage is often seen as something people either have or lack. In reality, it grows through small, repeated acts of facing fear. Read more
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What the Shortest Month Teaches About Focus
February has fewer days than any other month. Its short length is a good reminder to focus on what matters most and let the rest wait. Read more
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The Role of Purpose in Getting Back Up
A clear sense of purpose can give you a reason to keep going when motivation runs dry. Here is how to find and strengthen yours during a comeback. Read more