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As the final days of 2025 come into view, it’s impossible not to reflect on the whirlwind of moments, milestones, and memories that defined this year. What began as a year marked by resilience, innovation, and reconnection unfolded into one overflowing with gratitude, adventure, and unforgettable experiences.

Heather Cox Richardson is a historian whose work has deeply influenced how I see the world.

I think it is so important to ensure you do things that bring you joy and happiness. Of course, one hopes each and every day brings us joy and happiness.

I’ve often viewed grumpiness as a wasted emotion that robs joy from an otherwise precious day. However, I recently found myself in a series of grumpy moods—which is unusual for me.

Recently, I had the privilege of attending a 1.5-day leadership workshop at a nature resort with an incredible group of colleagues. The workshop explored the Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous (VUCA) landscape that many of us navigate today.

It’s hard to believe that almost 25 years ago, I read Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly, a book by Anthony Bourdain. It offered a candid and often gritty look into the world of the restaurant industry.