I want to talk about something heavy that hits close to home for many of us: the death of a loved one, and what is often said afterwards, perhaps in person, perhaps through social media posts. I'm talking about the flurry of well-intended but often...
In a world that often equates personal worth with professional success, many individuals find themselves completely dedicated to their careers or passions. While this dedication is commendable, it's vital to maintain your personal identity - the very essence that got you hired, drives your daily...
News Survival Guide: Empathy Without Exhaustion You know, the news can feel like a roller coaster that nobody bought tickets for. It’s a constant pull to bear witness to the world’s nightmares – wars, children in crisis, homelessness, cultural and racial inequity, accidents, shootings. You’re trying to...
Today, my snout is held high as I step up to the trough of truth! I'm boldly declaring: I AM A PIG. Born in the Chinese Year of the Pig, (years: 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, and 2019), I have shared the shame...
So, there I was, minding my own business, when a friend pops the big question: "Do you have a life purpose?" Now, this isn't your typical water cooler chat. This is the existential equivalent of trying to unravel a Rubik's Cube while riding a unicycle....