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On Quitting and Choosing Myself—Even When It’s Inconvenient or Unpopular
I share my story of quitting a new job after six months. I used to think it was a weakness when my body fell apart in stressful situations, but it often means I’m in the wrong place.
Recovering From Traumatic and Stressful Experiences
Are you having trouble recovering from something intense? It’s not realistic to bounce back immediately—especially for those of us with big hearts and sensitive systems. No matter what we need or how long it takes to heal, compassion is key.
When Our Resources Don’t Match Our Ambitions
At what cost do we ignore our exhaustion? What’s the price of starting every over-scheduled day in a state of deep deficit? What happens when we rarely have the resources to meet our ambitions? Audio version available.
Real Support: Being an Ally Instead of a Fixer
Humans feel most supported when we’re accepted as is. When we think of ourselves as allies to ourselves and others—accepting instead of trying to fix—we offer true support. It’s a game changer. Audio version available.
Dismantling Perfectionism & White Supremacy
How is perfectionism an upholder of white supremacy? How is our fear of making mistakes holding us back from showing up as allies? Here are tangible strategies for dismantling perfectionism through anti-oppression work, repairing conflict, and resources for further learning. Audio version available.