A newsletter about living intentionally — because life is too short to wait until retirement

Most of us are quietly waiting. Waiting for the weekend, the next vacation, or retirement. Waiting for "someday" when we'll finally have the time to slow down and live the life we actually want. I spent many years believing that I needed to meet societal expectations, work hard now, and enjoy life in retirement later.

Time Intentional exists to challenge that waiting.

My paternal grandmother and grandfather passed away at 62 and 66, respectively. A few years later, my maternal grandfather passed away at 64, just shortly after he retired, from esophageal cancer. Losing them fundamentally changed how I think about my life and time, for the better.

Rooted in the belief that time is finite and precious, Time Intentional is a space to reflect, recalibrate, and make more deliberate choices about how you spend your days. Each issue brings you honest reflections, practical ideas, and gentle nudges toward building a life that feels deeply intentional and meaningful.

If you've ever felt like you're moving fast but not necessarily toward something that matters to you, you're in the right place.

Not sure if Time Intentional is for you? Start here:

• In loving memory of Janet, Dale, and John — The story behind why Time Intentional exists, and what you can expect
• You can't be intentional without this — Why knowing your values is the foundation of every intentional decision you'll ever make
• The last time exercise — A powerful reframe for living fully in the present moment, as if this were the last time
• What are your little legacy builders? — How we build our legacies through small, daily actions, and what yours say about you
• What does the affective forecast say? — How affective forecasting can prevent us from enjoying our time

• Intentional Journaling Prompts — Weekly takeaways designed to help you reflect, gain clarity, and take small actions toward a more intentional life. Think of them as gentle prompts for your own thinking.
• The Guide to a More Time Intentional Life — A deeper dive into what living intentionally really means and the ideas behind the newsletter, in one place.
• Free Values Workbook — Not sure what you actually want your life to look like? Start here. This workbook helps you identify what matters most to you right now so you can structure your days around your values.
• Intentional Gifts Guide — Thoughtful gift ideas for the person in your life who values time over things.
• Time Intentional Bookstore on Bookshop — Books that have shaped how I think about time, intentionality, and living well.