How martial arts, Bruce Lee, and resilience teach us to rise again

Last night in Jiu Jitsu class, the instructor paused as my partner and I practiced a strike. He looked at both of us and said, “You can hit harder—because you’re learning to protect yourself. You can take the hit and not be hu...

"Recovery from childhood trauma is a lot like a growing up process—we must learn to do the things our dysfunctional parents did not teach us to do: appropriately esteem ourselves, set functional boundaries, be aware of and acknowledge our reality, take care of our adult needs and wants, and exper...

“…But little by little, as you left their voices behind, the stars began to burn through the sheets of clouds, and there was a new voice which you slowly recognized as your own…” — Mary Oliver, “The Journey”

After betrayal, heartbreak, or deep loss, one of the most common questions people as...

1. The Ongoing Work of Boundaries

I haven’t always trusted my gut. And every time I ignored it, I paid for it.

I didn’t want to make a scene. I didn’t want to make anyone uncomfortable. I worried—like I always do—about what people would think.

I’d see someone blow past my boundaries, and I’d g...

“When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.” — Maya Angelou

I grew up with her. She’s beautiful inside and out—smart, driven, compassionate. A true professional who worked hard to get where she is. Nothing was handed to her. She earned every bit of her success.

So ...

I was criticized recently for sharing my vulnerabilities. I expected it. Still, it stung. I felt myself get defensive. But here’s the truth: I will not stop. I will not shrink. I will not silence myself to make others comfortable.

Because sometimes people lose hope—not because they’re weak, but ...

1. What Is Spirituality—and How Is It Different from Religion?

Spirituality is the personal, intuitive pursuit of meaning, connection, and inner truth. It’s about exploring the deeper layers of existence—our values, our purpose, our relationship with ourselves, others, and the universe. It as...

Betrayal cuts deep. Whether it’s a broken promise, a fractured friendship, or a partner’s deception, the sting of betrayal often leaves us questioning everything—especially trust. But what if betrayal isn’t just a personal wound, but part of a larger energetic pattern?

Many spiritual thinkers an...