“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” — Carl Jung
The Mask and the Moment
I remember walking into a networking event a few years ago, rehearsing my polished introduction in my head. I had my “professional mask” firmly in place — confident smile, firm handshake, the ...
A Parable of Baggage
There was once a traveler who carried a heavy bag. Inside were memories of betrayal, loss, hurt, and broken dreams. When the traveler met another along the road, they hoped to share the journey. But instead of compassion, the other scoffed: “You carry too much baggage.”
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A Personal Story: Closing the Door for Good
Someone who had been out of my life for years recently attempted to resurface. After several years of silence, they reached out as if the past could be revived.
But I am not the same person I was years ago. I have healed so much since then. I have wo...
One Comment Made Me Question Everything...
Last night in class, the instructor said something that stopped me in my tracks: “So many people get their black belt and never come back.”
That comment stirred something in me. Why is that? Is it because people become so focused on the belt—the destin...
Clients often ask me: “What are some good books I can read or listen to on Audible to help me heal?” Over the years, I’ve gathered a list of powerful resources that support healing from betrayal, emotional pain, spiritual growth, and relationships.
Starter Path: 6 Essential Reads
If you’re ...
Disney may have shaped our childhoods with castles and crowns, but its lessons still echo in adult love. Beneath the sparkle, those stories remind us that betrayal, heartbreak, and healing are part of every journey.
This Thanksgiving, my daughter flew home. She’s only staying until the da...
I’ve never been a fan of the word survivor. To me, it suggests only scraping by, barely making it through. But moving through the things that were meant to break you takes far more than survival — it takes warrior‑like skills. A warrior stays true to their path regardless of what has happened ...
“In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” — Theodore Roosevelt
A Story of Trusting the Gut
Recently, I was at a friends house — the kind of friend who feel more like fam...
We often think of breakdowns as endings — the unraveling of everything we thought we knew. But what if breakdowns are not failures at all? What if they are the very doorway to breakthroughs?
Across traditions and disciplines, this experience has many names. Mystics like St. John of the Cross, th...
I just watched The Last Samurai, and it made me think about how brave it is to live with authenticity—and why it’s so important. The Samurai lived by Bushidō, the Way of the Warrior. It wasn’t just about battle; it was about living with honor, sincerity, and courage. Watching the film reminded...
