I was humbled by nature When I started my vegetable garden in 2020, I wasn’t aware just how much water I needed to keep my budding seedlings alive. Living in Los Angeles, CA, where it hardly ever rains meant watering frequently with a hose to keep the plants thriving. This…

I can see it in their eyes — I can see it in their eyes. They don’t trust me. I’ve been here for only months, and they are fearful of my presence. I knew moving here wouldn’t be easy, but it was either this or servitude. My spirit wouldn’t allow the latter again. Now here I am enduring…

Let’s be real with each other in a kind and caring way — I believe genuineness and spirituality go hand in hand. I’ve been thinking a lot for the past few years about the idea of being more genuine in all areas of my life, and how this impacts my spiritual growth. People talk about the figurative masks that “we” all wear. That…

It actually may feel like rejection — In the psychotherapy world, grounding is the buzzword. I hear often that we should be grounding our clients when they are dissociated or experiencing really big emotions. If you have some experience with therapy, you may have heard this as well. …

Leverage the creativity of others — Writing is hard for me — always has been. It doesn’t come naturally, and I struggle to get my ideas down on paper. Add to that, I really have no idea what ideas will hit and what will flop. I sometimes write pieces that I think are really good, and…

It’s easier than you think — I’m one of those people that started a backyard garden during quarantine in 2020. I felt very satisfied with my garden (Even if I only harvested 1 zucchini. I’m up to 12 so far this season!). Working with the earth keeps me grounded and sane. …