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We’re not just curating content anymore—we’re curating selves. And not in the “I’ve spent five years writing this memoir that smells of rich mahogany” kind of way, but in the “what’s the cheapest plastic we can send out for production—who cares if it’s toxic?” kind of way.

There is a growing problem across workplaces, schools, and systems that we need to name honestly—without blaming, but without enabling. Let’s look at the broader reality first. Gen Z and younger generations are entering the workforce shaped by a unique set of circumstances. They grew up with instant access to information at their fingertips, from Google searches to AI tools, and with templates and step-by-step guidance for nearly everything. At the same time, many have had

Understanding the Nuances of Email Communication My rebuttal to the BBC’s “cooler email” advice is simple: there is a middle ground here—and it’s being missed. Advice that encourages people to sound “cooler,” more detached, or less warm in email communication is often framed as professional development. But let’s be honest about what’s actually happening beneath the surface. These recommendations don’t exist in a vacuum. They are: Disproportionately aimed at women Rooted in

By Kelly Berthold, LCSW Our culture glorifies certainty. We equate  knowing  with intelligence and  not knowing  with failure. But knowing is static — learning is dynamic. When we punish people (or ourselves) for not knowing, we stunt growth — at work, in relationships, and across entire communities. The irony? The people who are the most curious, who ask the “obvious” or “hard” questions, are often the ones who end up leading innovation, solving problems, and building trust.

By Kelly Berthold, LCSW Emilie Wapnick’s TED Talk, “ Why Some of Us Don ’t Have One True Calling ,” challenges the culturally reinforced idea that purpose must be singular — a fixed identity or a single destination we eventually arrive at. Instead, she invites us to explore the richness and multiplicity of our interests, strengths, and contributions across time. This message powerfully connects to the deeper concept of flourishing and meaningful living. We’re often conditione

By Kelly Berthold, LCSW (Originally written for the VTVCare newsletter. Support victims of mass shootings at https://www.vtvcare.org ) For parents, the worries feel endless—how our kids are doing at school, whether they’re safe, and how to prepare them for a world that feels more unpredictable every day. Add in the reality of safety drills, hard conversations, fast-changing information, and what seems to be relentless devastating tragedies, it’s no wonder so many of us feel s

By Kelly Berthold, LCSW Life throws curveballs — sometimes it feels more like fastballs straight to the gut. Resilience is what helps us not just survive those moments, but come out stronger on the other side. But here’s the kicker: resilience doesn’t just happen. One of the biggest drivers behind it is  emotional regulation.  Think of it like being out at sea in the middle of a storm — emotional regulation is your anchor. Without it, you’re tossed around by every wave; with

By Kelly Berthold, LCSW Actor Michael Sheen in his (not so recent) TedTalk spoke out about the critical need to support storytellers...

By Kelly Berthold, LCSW Ever catch yourself tuning out during a convo with your spouse or kid? 😵‍💫 Brain just checks out mid-sentence?...