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Before the coronavirus outbreak, which now has me impulsively checking the news, drinking alcohol used to be my impulse of choice. Although I’ve had instances of other impulsive behaviors such as eating and shopping, drinking alcohol has always seemed to have the greatest hold on me. In the past, I’ve taken year-long breaks from drinking […]

How to Train Your Brain to Ignore Impulsivity

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Word of the Week: Awareness Life Lesson: I used to need proof for everything: Proof that what I was eating was good for me Proof that my exercise routine was the right combination of fat-burning and muscle-building Proof that my meditation practice was making me less anxious Proof that my opinions mattered Proof that a […]

Monday Vibes: Do You Overanalyze Your Life?

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Word of the Week: Letting Go Life Lesson: Every time I propagate my houseplants to create more houseplants or give clippings of my plant babies to friends, there’s a part of me that says “No! Don’t do it! It will never grow back!” Of course, they always do and then there’s more to go around […]

Monday Vibes: How to Practice Letting Go IRL

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Familiar with Dear Abby or another advice column? Notes from Camp is our version! As a subscriber to Monday Vibes, you get access to these special issues where Elizabeth offers her best life lessons. Today’s Life Lesson: Life is more than a bunch of homework assignments. PS – have a question or want to send […]

Special Notes From Camp Issue: Do You Struggle With Comparisonitis?

Notes From Camp

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Word of the Week: Money Life Lesson: Andrew and I used to make about the same salaries (which I was proud of because he had an MBA and I didn’t have an advanced degree at the time). This meant we could pretty much save and spend as we pleased, never having to worry too much […]

Monday Vibes: Does Money Make You Squirm? (+ Two BIG Announcements)

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Word of the Week: Open Life Lesson: People often ask me: “How did you make it work financially when you quit your corporate job?” There is no quick answer but here are a few key factors: I saved a shit ton before I did it. I have a supportive working husband (which I know makes […]

Monday Vibes: How Much Are You Willing to Sacrifice?

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Word of the Week: Boundaries Life Lesson: I probably get 2-3 requests per week from people who want to “pick my brain.” About my career path, about the coaching industry, about my grad program at Columbia, about previous companies I’ve worked for, about finding a therapist, about freelance writing…you name it! The business industry has […]

Monday Vibes: Don’t Shy Away From Things That Piss You Off

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Word of the Week: Generosity Life Lesson: We need to talk about generosity. The holiday season can bring up a lot around the concept of giving, receiving, and what it means to be a “good” person: If someone gives me a gift, do I have to reciprocate at the exact same value? Do I need […]

Monday Vibes: Being Generous and a Good Person Aren’t the Same Thing

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Word of the Week: Simplify Life Lesson: As I was preparing for my graduate school finals back in December, I turned on my iPad to discover that when Andrew had logged me out of my account a few weeks prior, none of the notes I had taken in 2019 saved. Every single one was gone. […]

Monday Vibes: The Key to Simplifying Your Life

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Is checking my phone — first thing in the morning — the best way for me to wake up? Do I really not have time to practice yoga, or is that just an excuse? With the hustle and bustle of life, I often find myself reacting to what’s happening around me instead of taking a proactive role […]

4 Tips for Taking a Mental Health Detox

Mental Health

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