That same intense, overpowering, and all-encompassing love that you feel for your family can also be utterly terrifying.

That same intense, overpowering, and all-encompassing love that you feel for your family can also be utterly terrifying.

I'm fearful and anxious for my family in ways that I've never been fearful or anxious for myself. I'm completely vulnerable to their pain, both physical and emotional. It's wild. And I wouldn't trade it for anything.

Learn how to let go and say a good good-bye.

Love is real. In every single moment, there are only two choices: love or fear. I can tell you from experience that love is exponentially more powerful. And a hell of a lot more fun.

Choose love. Teach love. And never lose your curiosity.

Reading and gardening are really big for me, along with music and exercise. If I go more than a day or two without a run or a bike ride or something, I start to get kind of itchy and antsy.