The Best Personal Development Books for Teens

Parents often ask me for book recommendations after seeing how much their teens enjoy our Principles of Success class. This list includes books I’ve read with my own kids, used in class, or received from people I trust—organized into Joy Wheel–inspired categories for whole-person growth.

A Year of Intentional Joy: My Joyful Reinvention for the Year Ahead

As a new year begins, I’m choosing a gentler, more intentional way forward—one rooted in rest, connection, and joy. This post shares how I’m practicing sustainability, expanding whole-person wellness support, and creating spaces I wish I’d had earlier in life, including new challenges, workshops, and the I’ve Got You, Mama podcast.

The Games That Bring Us Together: Our Favorite Ways to Play as a Family

As our family grows and the kids spread into their own seasons of life, the moments when we’re all together feel more treasured than ever. This year’s holiday gathering was full of laughter, late-night conversations, and our absolute favorite tradition — playing games. Here are the games that bring us together, make us laugh until we cry, and turn ordinary nights into memories we’ll talk about for years.