Behind Closed Doors: Why I Keep My Biggest Dreams a Secret
I have a bucket list, a lifetime moment, an event happening on Friday. It’s something I’ve been working towards since moving to Nashville, and now, just a few days away, I find myself hesitant to share much about it. I notice that the things super close to my heart, I tend to keep there. I’m
Busted…
Embracing Authenticity: A Morning in Environmental CourtGood morning, everyone. Today’s post comes from a place of nerves and reflection as I prepare to appear in Environmental Court at 9am. A month ago, a sheriff showed up at my door and handed me a civil warrant. Having law enforcement knock on your door and say, "I'm
Navigating Rugged and Dysfunctional Independence
Why is asking for help so difficult? As the release of my memoir, Magic in the Mess, draws closer, I find my time needed for writing, editing, podcasting, and self-promotion increasing. I’m scheduling more and more time at the Healing Society, my favorite coworking spot in Nashville, TN. The other day, while creating, writing, and
Dismantling the Stigma of Support: Navigating Rugged and Dysfunctional Independence
Asking for Help - A Journey of Guilt, Shame, and Healing Why is asking for help so difficult? As the release of my memoir, Magic in the Mess, draws closer, I find my time needed for writing, editing, podcasting, and self-promotion increasing. I’m scheduling more and more time at the Healing Society, my favorite coworking spot in
A Call for Discomfort – Magic in the Mess
Title: A Call for Comfort: Navigating Gender Expression and BelongingGrowing up, I often looked like a boy. I had short hair, preferred blue over pink, and often chose athletic wear. Wearing my brother's hand-me-downs didn't affect me much on the ski slopes. The lift operator would use he/his pronouns, and I didn't really care. Whatever,
From Loneliness to Connection: The Truth About Belonging
Thoughts on We Can Do Hard Things No 328: Feel the Loneliness, Jealousy, and Longing I listened to "We Can Do Hard Things No. 328: Feel the Loneliness, Jealousy, and Longing" this morning and more than I can say, I appreciate the question and conversation. Loneliness is something I have suffered with most of my life.
From Loneliness to Connection: The Truth About Belonging
I listened to "We Can Do Hard Things No. 328: Feel the Loneliness, Jealousy, and Longing" this morning and more than I can say, I appreciate the question and conversation. Loneliness is something I have suffered with most of my life. No matter what I did, where I was, who I was with, or what
Behind the Scenes
The Chaos and Charm of Writing "Magic in the Mess" Good morning from the heart of my creative sanctuary! Today, my thoughts drift to sunny Santa Monica, where I once soaked in lessons on Spiritual Psychology under the guidance of Ron Hulnick at the University of Santa Monica. This morning's reflections are tinged with concern, as
