Afoot and Lighthearted is a log for daily walks, mindfulness practices, and, with insight from celebrated philosophers, artists, and musicians, it is a road map to a present and more creative state of mind.

It's January 1, 1996, and high school junior Christine wants more than anything to be that cool girl everyone notices, like her gorgeous best friend, Landry. She usually hates New Year's resolutions, but this year she vows to be that shiny kind of girl--and record it all in her diary through prose, illustration, and comics. When Landry drops her, Christine is surprised to discover just how much she doesn't miss her and her drama. But a misguided kiss...