There is something significant about realizing that the way we've been living is no longer working. Even when that realization comes during a difficult season—burnout, overwhelm, transition, or simply the growing sense that something needs to change—there can be relief in finally seeing it clearly. We begin making different choices. We let go of some things. We create space for others. We pay closer attention to what gives us energy and what depletes it. We begin questioning

With all the excitement—and controversy—surrounding the 2026 World Cup, soccer has found its way into more than a few conversations lately. During one of them, someone asked me why I was so passionate about Morocco’s national team. It was a fair question. Until recently, I knew nothing about soccer. I couldn’t explain a formation or tell you anything about strategy. I didn’t follow players or rankings. I wouldn’t have known what made one team better than another. Soccer simpl