The Journal

There’s no way around it—art is activism. It always has been. From Vincent van Gogh’s The Potato Eaters, which illuminated the dignity and struggles of the working class, to Nina Simone’s haunting Strange Fruit, which exposed the horrors of racial violence—art has always been a mirror, a protest, a catalyst for change. Art is inherently […]

The world feels like it’s falling apart because, in many ways, it is. Systems are crumbling, old paradigms are shifting, and the weight of it all can feel overwhelming. But here’s the thing: in the midst of chaos, we have an extraordinary opportunity to unfollow the rules that no longer serve us and craft a […]

The other night, I had the privilege of attending an author talkback with one of my favorite writers, TJ Klune. If you know me, you know how much I adore reading, and TJ’s work has always held a special place in my heart. His stories are a beautiful blend of heart, humor, and humanity, and […]

Everything we’ve always known is shifting rapidly, and it can feel jarring and disorienting, to say the least. But the truth is, leadership has been evolving for a long time. There are, in essence, two types of leaders. The old-school authoritarian leader—the “do what I say, not what I do” kind—demands loyalty without earning it […]

You’ve probably rolled your eyes at the phrase “self-care” more times than you can count. For many people, it’s become one more item on an already jam-packed to-do list. Is this you?  But here’s the deal: self-care is a non-negotiable requirement for being the aligned, effective, conscious leader you’re meant to be. Yes, I said […]

Are you tired of holding back? Do you feel a constant tug-of-war between your ambitions (ambition, btw, is not a dirty word!) and self-doubt? Many of us are conditioned to play small, to downplay our achievements, and to limit our potential. This internal conflict, this quiet self-sabotage, stems from a deeply ingrained belief that you […]

I’ve been nurturing my broken heart and remembering that many things can be true at once. And what I know to be true is that YOU bring me joy. Focusing on what we can control, staying centered, grounded and present in the moments of life – these things bring me joy. I know it feels […]

Sometimes I catch myself on the outside looking in. Like “life” is happening all around me but it doesn’t exactly concern or affect me. I call this living in the margins of life—playing it safe and staying small inside that cozy little comfort zone. Are you living in the margins of your life? Be honest […]

Are You Letting Scarcity Mindset Run the Show? We’ve all been there: obsessing over what we don’t have, worrying that there’s not enough to go around, or feeling like we’re falling behind while everyone else seems to be thriving. It’s a sneaky, destructive little thing called scarcity mindset, and if you let it take the […]

Is there a nagging voice in your head casting doubts or throwing shade? How often do you beat yourself up because you have imposter syndrome or don’t feel confident enough to take up space and demand what you rightly deserve? It’s a story many of us tell ourselves, especially when fear or doubt creeps in. […]