It’s so important that we disengage with a culture that literally objectifies and devalues us to death. The time is now…

The brain acts as the bridge between our physical and emotional selves, yet we often overlook its care. How can we strengthen it, especially after challenges like trauma, stress, or addiction? 

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…

As our corner of the world settles into winter’s quiet, maybe we can allow ourselves the same grace. Instead of pushing against the natural rhythm of this season, we might find peace in embracing it…

A few weeks ago, I went to the gym to zone out on the treadmill. Sometimes I listen to music on my headphones, and sometimes I enjoy the quiet in my brain, but usually, I get distracted by one of the many mounted TVs flashing all kinds of commercials and news. 

This time, I happened to catch a glimpse of a news channel covering the upcoming election and noticed my heart rate immediately spiked.

Prioritizing ourselves can sometimes feel like the biggest chore out there, with our own versions of overflowing plates and being metaphorically maxed out on our spoon distribution. In the constant grind of trying to make it through the day, it can be hard to remember that self-care is actually the least selfish act you can engage in…