Part of me almost wants something to be wrong in these moments. At least then there’d be an explanation. At least I could take action. I could move past the dread and deal with the actual Thing, because whatever it is, I’ve already played out a thousand scenarios. But this time, I couldn’t find anything. No reason. No cause. I checked on all my people, pets, and places. Everything seemed a-okay. I ran through my mental to-do list. There were things hanging out there, sure, but nothing critical or life-altering. 

I asked my friends at At The Roots to share the books that have helped them in their recovery journeys. What I got was a diverse list of amazing suggestions. In true At The Roots fashion, there’s not just self-help here - you’ll find wisdom, meaning, and powerful storytelling.

Healing sounds like such a pretty word but in reality it can be long and painful. I’m doing all the “right” things, but some days I still find myself…affected.

We try new things in life, new habits, new strategies, new mindsets and they don’t always click. Sometimes the conditions just aren’t right. Sometimes we get it wrong. But the key is in being willing to experiment, to learn, and to trust that you can always fall back on what you know while growing into something better.

The thing is, harm doesn’t always come from loud, aggressive stigma or discrimination. Sometimes it slips in quietly - through all the tiny decisions made "for someone’s own good" - and slowly strips people of opportunity, confidence, and dignity.

Today, it is recognized as a culturally rich art form and feminist expression. What began as women in community has come full circle as classes and performances worldwide center this same feminine energy.

I prefer to set goals on my own time and my own terms. And really, I don’t feel like the middle of winter is an ideal time to start something new…

This is a quote printed on a piece of wood with a worn image of a sunset shimmering off the water that is hanging on my office wall. Daily, this simple little square reminds me to slow down and not wish away the days…

Cats are pretty amazing little creatures, and I’m sure they would agree. There’s something about our feline friends that can instantly elevate our moods…

Domestic violence is a ripple effect circumstance. When victims go unheard and abusers go unhealed, the cycle continues, but when we are truly supported and understood, the cycle breaks…