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Nicest Place to Work. Kind of.

In a world where mental health seems to be on the tip of every tongue, I was quite surprised to get a note indicating that my company's insurance plan would no longer cover my “I function better without anxiety” medicine.  Say what, now?

Jyl Barlow Thoughts on Work Life 1 Comment November 14, 2022November 14, 2022 5 Minutes

Choose Your Own Adventure: Aging

If you’re wondering about the joy of aging, look no further. In today’s entry, I’ll be discussing the onset of the "holy shite, is lighting speed how it happens??" aging process.

Jyl Barlow Uncategorized 2 Comments July 18, 2022July 20, 2022 7 Minutes

The Business of Comfort

I am writing from something that you would more likely expect to see in the control center at SpaceX than in the sticks of central Virginia.  This newly built office getup, in which I now live, has more controls and options and comfort than I even knew was possible.  What?  I shouldn’t be finishing my … Continue reading The Business of Comfort →

Jyl Barlow Thoughts on Work Life Leave a comment October 18, 2021April 13, 2024 11 Minutes

Dr. Diet Plan

I know I’ve written about this at least once before, but it happened to me again yesterday, so going to rage write it again in ALL CAPS FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK IF THE ROOM. Not really. The people who need to hear this are likely not in the room. So, people in the … Continue reading Dr. Diet Plan →

Jyl Barlow Thoughts on Aging, Thoughts on Mental Health 2 Comments July 12, 2021April 13, 2024 10 Minutes
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Writers Conferences: From One Comfort Zone to Another

Writers Conferences: From One Comfort Zone to Another

Sometimes, leaving the couch is exactly how you find out where you’re most comfortable.

by Jyl Barlow September 28, 2026
Travel Etiquette Bingo: Team TPA

Travel Etiquette Bingo: Team TPA

Because I travel frequently, I have the (dis)pleasure of seeing all kinds of classless behavior in airports, and let me tell you, Crocs and pajamas are just the start.

I often wonder, as I’m making my way through TSA or to my gate or to the boarding line, if I’m the only one who…

by Jyl Barlow September 14, 2026
Saying Goodbye to My Watch. Also, Have You Seen My Phone?

Saying Goodbye to My Watch. Also, Have You Seen My Phone?

My best-therapy-practices have always included assuming someone else is the problem, ignoring advice on the first pass, and shoving my muted phone deep into my purse.

But then…the lines started to blur.

by Jyl Barlow August 31, 2026August 31, 2026
No Contact Kids: Finding the Quiet Relief

No Contact Kids: Finding the Quiet Relief

What’s the big deal with going no contact?

Well, for one, it’s dangerous, devastating and, often, unjustified. Beyond that, it’s not healthy. It stunts emotional maturity and growth.

by Jyl Barlow August 17, 2026
No Contact Kids? It’s Like Walking Face-First into a Spiderweb.

No Contact Kids? It’s Like Walking Face-First into a Spiderweb.

I’ve become an expert at baiting my no-contact kid into a conversation.

My methods?

Forwarding mail, paying for college, having a death in the family, etc.

by Jyl Barlow August 3, 2026August 3, 2026
When a Calendar Fail &  Lack of E.S.P. Collide.

When a Calendar Fail & Lack of E.S.P. Collide.

Look, it was my mistake, okay?

Still, having hope for my husband’s E.S.P. to come in is fine, as long as I consider that a very loose and unpredictable fallback plan.

by Jyl Barlow July 20, 2026
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