Holding the Holidays with Courage and Care
The holidays can bring a swirl of emotions — joy, tenderness, memory, gratitude, and sometimes deep fatigue or loneliness. For many of us, this season carries... Read more.
The Rest of the Story: | The Wise Old Owl
The owl’s silence and attentiveness symbolize the wisdom that emerges when we take the time to tune in—whether to the world around us or to the subtle signals... Read more.
Gratitude and Grief: The Inner Harvest
November invites a turning inward. The days grow shorter, and nature begins its quiet retreat beneath the surface. I see it every morning when I walk my dog Chloe... Read more.
The Rest of the Story: | Gol-e Yakh – The Ice Flower | A Reflection on Resilience and Hope
"Gol-e Yakh," or "The Ice Flower," is a cherished Persian nursery rhyme that beautifully illustrates resilience and the quiet strength that blooms even in life’s... Read more.
Compassionate Conversations: Small Challenges, Big Strength
Last night I slept poorly—the kind of restless night that leaves you groggy and unsteady in the morning. But as I sat with my journal today, I noticed something... Read more.