One of my greatest sources of joy in life is giving to others, whether in the form of help, encouraging words, a thoughtful gift or a sincere smile, just because. Yet as naturally as giving comes for me, sometimes it feels unnatural to be on the receiving end. This dichotomy isn’t uniquely mine, as I’ve witnessed friends and family members similarly challenged with accepting help… read more
Authentic self-expression is fundamental to a healthy human existence, yet often we find ourselves in situations where we perceive it to be unsafe to show our true colors. This can result in a tragic twist of irony in which we end up hiding or even disguising who we truly are, a dual act of disservice to ourselves and to the world. The first step towards… read more
After musing on the importance of caring for and nurturing our bodies as a critical pathway to be the best we can be, I'm compelled to tackle a topic that goes hand-in-hand but is way less comfortable. Body image. Yes, our mental regard of our bodies is just as important as our physical regard. Some may chuckle in disbelief that, barely standing at 5'2" and… read more
