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It’s Time to Talk about Difficult Emotions
I remember one of the conversations that we had at the dinner table with my parents, when we moved to the United States. My parents were surprised at how nice and happy everyone seemed. They even joked around that when you receive a traffic violation, police will...
Presidents, Reading and Mental Health
Did you know that all presidents receive a rating for how effective they were during their time as presidents? It makes sense, because how else would we know which presidents get their face on Mount Rushmore? The most effective presidents (Lincoln, Washington,...
Galentine’s and Valentine’s Day
This week we are celebrating relationships where our needs for companionship, intimacy, and love are met. Whether you are celebrating Galentine’s Day (Where my girls at?) or Valentine’s Day, this holiday season is a great time to reflect on how you offer love and...
#MeToo and More
In the last few years, #metoo has become a part of the vernacular here in the US, and seemingly throughout much of the world. In an effort to show solidarity with survivors - and bring some much needed attention to the rampant culture of sexual harassment and abuse in...
Laughter is Indeed the Best Medicine
I recently came across a video of two kids opening up their Christmas gift and being consumed with pure joy and excitement. I was taken aback by their reaction of receiving the gift because it was a banana. That’s right- A BANANA. I was amazed at their response of...
Being Generous with Physical Touch
What do we need as humans? What is it that humans need to survive? Food, water, shelter? We have seen examples historically and probably in our own personal lives of people surviving off very little. However, there often seems to be vitality and liveliness missing...
Resilient Women During Medical Procedures Pt. 3: Thriving in the Waiting
This last blog post within the Resilient Women with Medical procedures series is titled after a poem from one of my favorite authors, Morgan Harper Nichols. Thrive Within the Waiting is a poem that acknowledges the hardships of waiting while still offering...
Decluttering Your Mind
Prior to starting graduate school, I packed my car with clothes, books, and other essentials. I then traveled across the nation to begin my studies. While I was driving, I remember listening to music and thinking to myself, “I have a lot of stuff with me.” When I...
Courage and Resilience while Pursuing Justice Pt. 2
January 20, 2020 marks the anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday. Dr. King was a remarkable leader who took on the weightness of this fight to bring equality to all. It is true that he had moments of weariness, desperation, and defeat along the way. And...
Courage and Resilience while Pursuing Racial Justice
Yesterday, January 20, 2020 marked the anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday! Many of you had the day off of school, work, or other responsibilities. Whether you took a few moments or hours, I hope that you reflected, took action, or volunteered during...