Laura Loker

Hits and deep cuts from the quirky singer-songwriter-pianist

Muddling through this season’s difficulties

Don’t worry: it’s not too late for some great gifts

Welcome Christmas, bring your light

A foggy future and difficult present changed my relationship with hope

Sleigh bells, crackling fireplaces, and other holiday sounds

It takes time to grow into our roles, our relationships, and our very best selves

Choosing nuance and neighborliness over political polarization

Physical cues are key for helping our bodies defuse stress

Heat up your home (and your heart) with a comforting meal

Welcoming fall with new resolutions and familiar rituals

A slow start to the day with Nick Drake

Setting big goals can send away your inner critic

Making the most of the rest of this year

Getting started with gouache

Balancing our influences for a clearer mental space

The art of paying attention

High quality isn't always worth the splurge

A wordless, eclectic take on the classic Beatles album

The emotional perils of the influencer-follower relationship

Taking care of our innermost selves

What communication habits might we continue after quarantine?

Seeing ourselves more clearly

Navigating the transition from one child to two