Pride Reflections: Hope, Queer Identity & the Values That Shape My Work
As Pride Month draws to a close, I want to speak to the hope still ahead—despite the heartbreak, remind you of the values that shape my work, and share how I've come to recognize my own queer...
Protest Safety Tips for Empowered Action
As people across the U.S. mobilize for the No Kings Day protests tomorrow, I want to offer a few protest safety tips to help you prepare. Whether this is your first protest or your fiftieth, it’s...
To My Younger Self: Lessons on Grief, Love, and Courage
One of my retreat participants invited me to contribute to her writing project, Dear 25-Year-Old Me. At first, I procrastinated, unsure where to begin. Then I remembered—25 was the year my mom died....
A Resource Guide to Find Community, Take Action and Stay Informed — Without Overwhelm
Staying informed without overwhelm can be difficult when we’re flooded with distressing news. The new U.S. administration’s constant barrage of egregious actions, and executive orders is not...
Managing Your News Intake: How HSPs Can Stay Informed Without Overwhelm
As a highly sensitive person (HSP), managing your news intake is crucial to staying engaged with the issues you care about. The sheer volume of news, especially when it tugs at your empathy, can...
Struggling with Focus? Try These Tips for Neurodivergent Minds
I wish I could say I’m super organized with my time, but the truth is, I often find myself struggling with focus and organization in my work. This might surprise you if you’ve attended one of my...
Navigating Collective Grief as Highly Sensitive People
In today’s world, we're exposed to an unprecedented level of collective trauma, resulting in significant collective grief as highly sensitive people. As deep feelers, we may hesitate to acknowledge...
Crafting Ethical Retreats: Navigating Venue Selection with Care
When organizing retreats, my selection process for venues involves extensive criteria. Some relate to logistics, including location, cost, and layout. I prioritize venues with privacy, reasonable...
Too Much Empathy? Try This Instead
Do you ever feel like you have too much empathy? Empathy is generally seen as a strength. It allows us to resonate with the emotions of others and understand their perspectives. However, for highly...
A Guide to Balancing Social Action and Self-Care During the Holidays
Some love the holidays. Others struggle with grief, loneliness, broken family ties, or various pressures. Most of us experience a combination of both joy and sorrow. This year, these personal...