What makes someone resilient?

We were late for my daughter’s soccer practice. She was putting on her cleats in the car as I parked. She grabbed her bag and ran across the field to her team. I followed at a slower pace. The chemo had taken a lot out of me, but it was nice to be out in…

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How do I figure out what’s next?

It often starts with a sense that something isn’t right or the knowledge that something big is about to change everything. You might be feeling dissatisfied with your job. You may have children that are going to school or becoming more independent. Or you may be feeling a sense of disquiet; you want something to…

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Welcome to Bloom Anywhere

A few years ago, an editor asked me what kinds of stories I like to write. I thought about it for a minute. Over the course of my career, I’ve written about everything from a veteran who came up with a product idea while he was stationed in Afghanistan to the best chocolate in New…

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