Nov 13, 2018
My content marketing manager, Clara, is guest-blogging for us again today! I hope her words help you embrace gratitude in this season. On my first day on the job at Elle Zimmerman World Headquarters (also known as our perfectly lovely office in … Read More
Oct 24, 2018
I watched Eighth Grade written and directed by Bo Burnham this past weekend with Mirabelle, my daughter who has successfully survived middle school and is now navigating her next journey as a freshman in high school. Eighth Grade is about an introverted … Read More
Oct 09, 2018
Creative thinking skills come when you create the space—physically, emotionally and mentally—for them. Here’s how to do just that! Recently, I had the opportunity to lead a workshop on Guided Creativity for the brilliant women at Procter and Gamble. They’re the scientists … Read More
Sep 17, 2018
Self-compassion is the antidote to so many negative feelings that we have toward ourselves. In my case, it was perfectionism. “You’re so intense.” “Slow down.” “How do you keep up with yourself?” “You have a ton of bandwidth.” “Yikes! Calm down.” I’ve … Read More
Jun 29, 2018
I’ve taken every personality test out there, but the Enneagram was different. As an Enneagram One, I love that this system isn’t just about my strengths or my habits—it is a holistic tool to help me understand what drives me. WHAT’S AN … Read More
Mar 07, 2018
Wondering how to make a creative space? The secret lies in noticing how environments affect you—and acting on it. This past summer, I spent two weeks subletting a friend’s apartment in NYC. Although I LOVE the city, the place I lived for … Read More
Feb 21, 2018
Do you ask yourself why you can’t stay consistent? It’s time to say goodbye to perfectionism and hello to daily commitment. I’ll never forget a life-changing flight I took from Charlotte to San Diego. I was sitting next to two men traveling … Read More
Feb 07, 2018
Need inspiration? Slow down and try being idle. Inspiration and creativity come when we make space. Today, I give you permission to do nothing. That’s right: absolutely nothing. Life in 2018 is filled with too many things that feel like doing nothing: … Read More
Dec 14, 2017
Have you lost creativity and don’t know where to find it? Do you know you’re supposed to be doing something more but you don’t know what? Let’s uncover the reasons why. Maybe it’s nudging you; gnawing at you… it’s the dull ache … Read More
Nov 29, 2017
In my last blog I shared the mystery of the painting man…. read about it here: “I might’ve just been scammed.” The tale continues… On Monday morning, I got a call at 9:05 am from my painter—the bank will not cash the … Read More
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