What Pride Month Really Means: A Reflection from an Ally
Every June, social media lights up with rainbows. Corporations roll out their Pride-themed logos. Parades, parties, and events fill the calendar. It’s colorful, joyful, and full of energy. And yet, if we stop there, we risk missing what Pride Month is really about. As...
Pet Loss and Healing: What Marley Taught Me
The importance of an open heart. Finding joy in the small things. Angels and spirit helpers come in many forms. The power of presence and quiet companionship. How to be steady and loving, even in silence. That grief is love with nowhere to go—and that it’s okay...
What’s Draining You? Why Empathy Fatigue Drives Burnout
Burnout. Compassion Fatigue. Emotional Exhaustion. Overwhelm. Empathy Fatigue. Caregiver Burnout. Vicarious Trauma. Decision Fatigue. These buzzwords are everywhere—in the media, in workplace conversations, and maybe even in your own thoughts. Since the COVID pandemic...
Finding Light in the Dark: Embracing the Winter Solstice
During my years in a ski town, winter used to be a season that we all looked forward to – adventures in the backcountry, skiing all day long, après with friends. Yes, it was cold and dark, but that was outweighed by mostly fun days filled with joy, adventure,...