People evolve and shed outdated identities, yet the world often clings to fixed perceptions. Embracing growth in ourselves and others fosters understanding, compassion, and the recognition of our ongoing journeys.
On the eve of a new year, many of us are busy making plans, declaring what we’ll do differently, and writing out resolutions. Tradition invites us to pause at the close of another year, to reflect on all that has unfolded—and yes, there has been much. But I’ve long let go of the idea of […]
Waking at 4 a.m. on Christmas Eve, with heavy winds and rain—so rare for Southern California—I found myself reflecting on the last eleven months and all that has quietly —and not so quietly —led to this moment. Life moves fast. We all say it, especially once September arrives and the calendar accelerates: Rosh Hashanah, Halloween, […]
The Power of Belief: How Our Mindset Shapes Life Our beliefs about ourselves, our relationships, love, and life are deeply connected. Over time, we develop patterns of thought that influence how we react and behave in different situations. These patterns become most visible in our relationships, because it’s through others that we experience the world. […]
Here’s a wild neuroscience fact: complaining literally reshapes your brain — and not in the way you want. Studies show that just 60 seconds of negative talk can trigger a surge of cortisol, the stress hormone that locks your body into survival mode. And when that becomes a daily habit? Cortisol begins to wear down […]
You are not seeing other people. You are witnessing unfinished versions of yourself. This is the hidden mechanic of the human psyche. This is projection. It is the unconscious act of exiling the disowned, unloved, and unseen parts of yourself—your shadow—and then perceiving them in the world around you. You do not see what is. […]
Love is the Only Weapon That Doesn’t Destroy the Hand That Wields It.Hate is a fire. When you fight fire with fire, you only get a bigger fire. You burn yourself and everyone around you. We see it everywhere. We see it in the comments, in the news, in our own hearts. The desire to […]
I find myself intertwined with the essence of nature—the gentle caress of the wind, the nourishing presence of the rain, the warmth of the sun casting its golden light, and the serene glow of the moon illuminating the night sky. In every element, I see reflections of my being, whispering truths about my existence and […]
Everyone is Superman—the big “S”—until they get hit with Kryptonite, the small “s.” Love and freedom feel easy when life is on our side. We fly high, strong enough to conquer the world. But then—out of nowhere—Kryptonite. It’s the darkness. The flaw. The wound you thought had healed. The betrayal that rips you open. You […]
You Define You Opinions, suggestions, and advice are abundant—let’s stop letting those energies define who we are. The most actual path is the one guided by our heart-mind, not by the well-meaning voices of others. Let’s choose to stop letting the paradigms of others shape how we see ourselves. 🦋 Deep within, we are beings […]