In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of calm and presence can feel like a luxury. For individuals juggling work, family, and constant connectivity, moments of true presence are often rare. Mindfulness, the practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgment, offers a powerful antidote to the stresses of daily life.

June marks Pride Month, a time to honor the resilience, diversity, and achievements of LGBTQ+ individuals around the world. While parades and celebrations spotlight joy, it’s also a crucial time to reflect on the deeper needs of the community—particularly around mental health.

A healthy household division of labor isn't a static plan—it needs to be flexible, evolving system rooted in mutual respect and adaptability. In session, I often ask couples to do a quarterly check-in on the status of everyone’s load, how they are being successful and what needs some adaptation. 

As CPAs, we helped people navigate financial stress, compliance challenges, business growth, and major life transitions. But behind every spreadsheet, there were deeper stories—of burnout, identity struggles, and quiet fears.

In the words of Alvin Toffler, "Tomorrow's illiterate will not be the man who can't read; he will be the man who has not learned how to learn. Our moral responsibility is not to stop the future, but to shape it... to channel our destiny in humane directions and to ease the trauma of transition."