Hi Patricia! Thank you for calling this to my attention. I just read the full extent of her comments and find them troubling as well. I’ll certainly keep this in mind when compiling any round-ups moving forward. As I’d hope would be clear to all readers, I’m allied with the trans community and strive to make this a space where all feel welcome and seen.
Always love a good commencement speech; don't know why I never thought to look one up for a pick-me-up!
I write encouraging messages to myself on my Crumbl cookie orders, but a TEDTalk-like "you've got this" speech that was mandatory to overshadow most TV for a couple of hours would be glorious.
It hasn't been updated since 2015, but still a great resource for anyone in need of some inspiration. I especially love the rotating quote feature at the top.
I really enjoyed reading this collection of wise words! You had written your own commencement address in a blog post ages ago that I had bookmarked so I was happy to see you cover the topic again thanks for writing!
I got to start my day with a commencement address! What a way to set off into my day. Thank you! And yes to the pay walls. Your writing is so warm and sweet and gentle and wise, it makes me thrilled to be a subscriber.
Hi Caroline! I’m usually a lurker, but I always enjoy your newsletter. Thank you for sharing those wise words from commencement addresses. I too love seeing and reading them this time of the year. I want to gently call you in to reconsider your inclusion of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie--while I used to be a fan, her comments regarding trans rights are troubling.
Fellow lurker. Never even knew whom she was, but anyone brave enough to be troubling might be worth listen. Particularly now that I had to Google her. What a life full of incredible accomplishments. Troubling to dismiss so much of a lifetime of insight. Independent of personal position...I need to think bigger.
Hi Patricia! Thank you for calling this to my attention. I just read the full extent of her comments and find them troubling as well. I’ll certainly keep this in mind when compiling any round-ups moving forward. As I’d hope would be clear to all readers, I’m allied with the trans community and strive to make this a space where all feel welcome and seen.
Your work is worth the paywall! ❤️
Thank you, Janet! ❤️
David Foster Wallace, "This Is Water." Recommended annual dose to maintain a proper perspective.
Yes! A true classic.
Always love a good commencement speech; don't know why I never thought to look one up for a pick-me-up!
I write encouraging messages to myself on my Crumbl cookie orders, but a TEDTalk-like "you've got this" speech that was mandatory to overshadow most TV for a couple of hours would be glorious.
There are some really great commencement speeches out there! Thanks for collecting those excerpts.
Thanks, Israel! NPR has an exhaustive list: https://apps.npr.org/commencement/
It hasn't been updated since 2015, but still a great resource for anyone in need of some inspiration. I especially love the rotating quote feature at the top.
I really enjoyed reading this collection of wise words! You had written your own commencement address in a blog post ages ago that I had bookmarked so I was happy to see you cover the topic again thanks for writing!
Thank you, Asma! I love that you remember that old blog post. :)
I got to start my day with a commencement address! What a way to set off into my day. Thank you! And yes to the pay walls. Your writing is so warm and sweet and gentle and wise, it makes me thrilled to be a subscriber.
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Thank you, Heather! I got to start my day with these lovely words of encouragement. So glad you are here. Always grateful for your support. xx
Hi Caroline! I’m usually a lurker, but I always enjoy your newsletter. Thank you for sharing those wise words from commencement addresses. I too love seeing and reading them this time of the year. I want to gently call you in to reconsider your inclusion of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie--while I used to be a fan, her comments regarding trans rights are troubling.
Fellow lurker. Never even knew whom she was, but anyone brave enough to be troubling might be worth listen. Particularly now that I had to Google her. What a life full of incredible accomplishments. Troubling to dismiss so much of a lifetime of insight. Independent of personal position...I need to think bigger.