In this article, I outlined the definition of healing. When we seek to heal with another it is accompanied by a sincere apology. However, I find that most people don’t…

“This is a space for healing” most practitioners of healing affirm with a new or closed-off client. We seek out healing because we don’t like to suffer. And if we’re not…

When I was younger, I remember hearing the word “sacrifice”. And it was after watching the scene from Indiana Jones: The Temple of Doom that the images of that word…

When we visualize what a toxic person “looks like”, most of us probably visualize devil horns complete with a slithering tail from their behind. Toxic people can be acquaintances; coworkers; “friends”;…

Relationships should include trust, respect, autonomy, and companionship in a monogamous relationship. And we being the social media-driven society, have navigated this territory uncharted. Are you in a relationship and…

If I were to ask you the question, “Do relationships require kindness?” What would your immediate answer be? Most of you would respond yes. However, why is kindness often mistaken…

Photograph: © Kataluna Enriquez & Alex Matt Photography In this post I shared about what having best friends who are Trans taught me. Surprisingly, I believe we can learn so…

Breakups and the end of a relationship are difficult. Even more insidious is the feeling of wanting your ex back in your lonely & empty moments. We beg, plead, pray,…

I come from the Integrative Medicine field and study, as pioneered by Dr. Andrew Weil MD. My favorite key quote from the field is: “It’s easier and cheaper to prevent…

During the pandemic, we have faced ourselves in loneliness, fear, uncertainty, anxiety, and loss at all levels. Some have found their way into a spiraling depression. And yet, there are…

I always recommend and strongly suggest being accountable. In fact, I recommend it frequently. You might wonder why: accountability is a powerful tool you should always have in your repertoire.…

In my post about jealousy, I went in deep into when jealousy can be used appropriately and inappropriately. Insecurity—being called insecure—is a favorite descriptive term used by someone who is…