The Drollery Curio

The Recovering People Pleaser’s Guide to Being "A Bit Much"

The Recovering People Pleaser’s Guide to Being ...

People pleasing is the art of being a human beige wall. You don't offend anyone, you blend into the background, and you are remarkably easy to ignore. You say "yes"...

The Recovering People Pleaser’s Guide to Being ...

People pleasing is the art of being a human beige wall. You don't offend anyone, you blend into the background, and you are remarkably easy to ignore. You say "yes"...

Terror is a Valid Business Plan (And Other Comforting Thoughts)

Terror is a Valid Business Plan (And Other Comf...

We’ve all seen the LinkedIn posts. The ones where someone claims they quit their job with nothing but a dream and a green smoothie, and now they’re a "disruptor" in...

Terror is a Valid Business Plan (And Other Comf...

We’ve all seen the LinkedIn posts. The ones where someone claims they quit their job with nothing but a dream and a green smoothie, and now they’re a "disruptor" in...

Strategic Twinkling: How to Light Your Home Without Looking Like a Dorm Room

Strategic Twinkling: How to Light Your Home Wit...

The best part about string lights? The effort-to-payoff ratio is absurdly high. You don't need an electrician. You don't need a permit. You just need a plug and the confidence...

Strategic Twinkling: How to Light Your Home Wit...

The best part about string lights? The effort-to-payoff ratio is absurdly high. You don't need an electrician. You don't need a permit. You just need a plug and the confidence...

Your House is Not a Museum (And Other Lies We Tell the Neighbors)

Your House is Not a Museum (And Other Lies We T...

Somewhere along the line, we were told that "grown-up" decor means shedding our personality in favor of resale value.

Your House is Not a Museum (And Other Lies We T...

Somewhere along the line, we were told that "grown-up" decor means shedding our personality in favor of resale value.

She Kept You Alive. The Least You Can Do is Buy a Blanket.

She Kept You Alive. The Least You Can Do is Buy...

This Mother’s Day, don't give her something she has to take care of. Give her something that takes care of her.

She Kept You Alive. The Least You Can Do is Buy...

This Mother’s Day, don't give her something she has to take care of. Give her something that takes care of her.