Hi, I’m Asha.

I’ve been writing about parenthood for over twenty years. My kids are now adults. The empty nest? It’s only the beginning.

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The Intimacy Economy
The Intimacy Economy

Trust & connection in the age of AI.

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Dad’s Been Gone Six Years But I’m Still Learning From Him
Dad’s Been Gone Six Years But I’m Still Learning From Him

Knowing this helps me worry less about my own parenting.

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My Fitness Goal Is “Functional Old Lady”
My Fitness Goal Is “Functional Old Lady”

I don't care about winning races or closing rings. I just want to stay upright.

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Our Holiday Letters Are So Late They’re Early
Our Holiday Letters Are So Late They’re Early

Opening portals & pulling threads.

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Recipe: Homemade Muesli
Recipe: Homemade Muesli

My current breakfast obsession.

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Three Prompts to Help You Reflect On What Went Well This year
Three Prompts to Help You Reflect On What Went Well This year

How to counteract our hard-wired negativity bias.

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