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…
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Remember, nurturing your aspirations and being gentle with yourself on this journey is key to unlocking your fullest potential…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Kindness is something that we could all use a little more of, and being kinder to each other doesn’t have to involve an extravagant effort or a ton of time and money. Often, it’s the little things that can really make a difference…
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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…
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Just over a year ago, at age 39, I was diagnosed with ADHD.
While I have seen many mental health professionals and medical doctors over the years, no one had ever once mentioned the possibility of me having ADHD. Truthfully the idea had never even occurred to me until the TikTok algorithm started slipping in videos about ADHD between funny animals and social justice stuff.
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The first impactful experience I had with homelessness was at 13. I wasn’t fully aware of how or why I was in this situation or what it truly meant, but I knew I didn’t feel like myself. Positive there was something wrong with me, I poured over a copy of the DSM-IV hoping to self-diagnose. If I could find the problem with me, I thought, I could fix it and be happy again.
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Not all grief is the same, and the aftermath of an overdose is a deeply challenging and emotional time. This tragedy becomes a “before and after” moment in your life. The shock, pain, and sense of loss can be overwhelming…
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