Resilience doesn’t always look like a breakthrough. Sometimes it simply looks like putting one foot in front of the other and making it through another Tuesday. Life gives us seasons to dash—and seasons when all we can do is trudge. Both count. Because moving slowly is still moving forward, and sometimes the strongest thing we can do is simply keep going.

What does it mean to Be Dashing? It’s not about rushing through life—it’s about truly living the dash between the dates. Marnie Schneider reflects on embracing love, friendship, family, purpose, resilience, laughter, adventure, and even the pauses along the way. Because a dashing life isn’t about how fast you move; it’s about being fully present for the life you’re living.

Life doesn’t always go according to plan—and maybe that’s a good thing. A little spontaneity, a wrong turn, an unexpected laugh or even a ridiculous decision can wake us up and remind us to enjoy the life we’re so busy building. Sometimes getting off track is exactly what we need to get back on track.

Why do we sometimes appreciate things most when they’re gone? As the historic downtown Neiman Marcus Dallas closes its doors, Marnie Schneider reflects on cherished memories, family traditions, fashion, food, and the people who made every visit special—and reminds us to treasure the moments, places, and people we love while they’re still here.

In this blog, Marnie Schneider explores how our true personal bottom line is measured by the value we bring to others. Discover why curiosity, service, and everyday actions often create the greatest and most lasting impact.

In this blog, Marnie Schneider explores how our true personal bottom line is measured by the value we bring to others. Discover why curiosity, service, and everyday actions often create the greatest and most lasting impact.

Drawing on Aristotle's timeless wisdom, Marnie Schneider explores why not all friendships are meant to serve the same purpose. Learn how recognizing the role each relationship plays can deepen your connections and enrich your life.

Discover the power of small, intentional growth in “The Power of ER: Two Letters That Can Change Your Life.” This inspiring reflection explores how becoming stronger, healthier, happier, and wiser isn’t about transformation—it’s about becoming a better version of yourself, one step at a time.

Discover the power of small, intentional growth in “The Power of ER: Two Letters That Can Change Your Life.” This inspiring reflection explores how becoming stronger, healthier, happier, and wiser isn’t about transformation—it’s about becoming a better version of yourself, one step at a time.

Time is the one resource we all share—yet it’s the one we can never get back. In this reflective and powerful piece, “Why Time Is the Most Valuable Currency We Have,” we explore the true value of time through a simple lesson passed down from a mother: “An ounce of gold cannot buy an inch of time.”

This blog invites readers to pause and reconsider what really matters—how we spend our days, who we spend them with, and the choices we make along the way. Because while money can be earned again and opportunities can return, time is the one currency that, once spent, is gone forever.

When the source isn’t credible, you let it roll off. But when the source is someone you respect—someone whose voice comes from experience, character, or love—that’s when you lean in. That’s when the feedback or the compliment becomes fuel. And even when the words sting, they can still be a teacher. We learn as much from others’ poor choices and careless comments as we do from encouragement and praise. Sometimes the reminder of who we don’t want to be is just as valuable.

To me, a charmed life is not about having everything. It’s about surviving. It’s about growing, learning, giving. It’s about carrying both joy and heartbreak and somehow finding the blessing inside of both. And when we choose to see life this way, it changes everything.

How Leaving the Gates of Calabasas Led to the Life I Was Meant to Build in the Carolinas

My mom’s birthday. A day to remember you, celebrate you, and carry you forward. Because legends don’t leave us. They live on — in every word, every lesson, every beat of my heart.

My mom’s birthday. A day to remember you, celebrate you, and carry you forward. Because legends don’t leave us. They live on — in every word, every lesson, every beat of my heart.

The most powerful parenting moments come from the smallest, messiest places: sitting on the floor and reading a book when it’s easier to hand over a screen. Letting your toddler drink from a real cup, even if it means wiping up five spills in a row. Choosing to engage rather than distract.

In today’s fast-paced, tech-heavy world, some of the most powerful tools for our emotional and physical health remain refreshingly simple: reading, playing, and being a fan. At GameDay in the USA, we’ve built an entire movement around these ideas—what we call sports edutainment—a joyful blend of education, entertainment, and team spirit.

Memorial Day — a time to honor and thank all the heroes and their families who have served and sacrificed for our beautiful country.