This time of year often kicks off a period of self-reflection and annual assessment. Be mindful of the standards to which you compare yourself. Consider where they come from and who they benefit. Resist the inclination to diminish your own magnificence. This world needs unique magic, unexpected offerings, and new perspectives. Your magic is inside you, wanting to radiate unabashedly into existence. It can’t fully flourish when contorted to another’s vision. Spend the next few

Autumn is traditionally a time to go inward, a time when we crave rest and reflection. The days get shorter, the air gets cooler...