fear
What’s part of you, you don’t want others to see?
“Lean into your partner. Press against them with everything you have, like you are trying to push them over. Look them in the eyes and scream. Let it all out.…
Read MoreThe Second Arrow: how we multiple our suffering
How often do you experience something painful – either emotional or physical – and you fairly quickly find yourself getting dramatic about it? Or maybe you don’t get worked up,…
Read MoreBurn Your Boats
Despite our best laid plans and intentions, sometimes things just don’t go our way. It’s the reason we have backup plans and Plan B’s. It’s why we’re researching our next…
Read MoreI’m still not “there”…and that’s OK
This week is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week and I took a moment today to think about my journey over the last 15 years. It’s incredible easy to be hyper…
Read MoreI stumbled into my vulnerability
“You have a story,” she said, “You have a lot to your story.” I sat with it for a moment. “I guess,” I hesitated, “I just feel like there’s soooo…
Read MoreI’m not going to tell you it will be okay
I’m not going to tell you it will be okay. Not because I don’t think it will be (in fact, in the end, I know it will be okay for…
Read MoreWe all have reasons not to trust
In an era of uncertainty, global upheaval and disrupted work and family life, it’s becoming more and more difficult to remain vulnerable, trusting and open. When everyday stresses intrude…
Read MoreLooking Back, Beginning Again
Towards the end of each year, I find myself in a reflective state where I look back at all the events that have transpired and brought me to the…
Read MoreThe place where almost everyone quits
Even though I know my way to the places I most frequently travel, I still pop on my iphone and use my GPS to help me navigate the best…
Read MoreWhen everything inside you wants to contract, expand
I used to run from pain. My baby sister died when I was in 3rd grade and for years I stuffed it down, never letting anyone know my…
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