I took feverish notes as I listened, as if preparing for an exam. I may not remember the names of her husband or kids, but I've made super specific goals to get started on for my own sort of project.

The most important (and most general) part: Be present. Don't expect to be happy later, in some magical, glowing, faraway idea of later. Figure out what makes you happy and do that. Right now.

Only negative: Some bits felt like she was just droning on in an attempt to reach a word count.