The Blog
Somatic practices, stories and tips to integrate into your life.
Death Isn’t Taboo — It’s Sacred
Celebration, in this context, is a way of honoring what was and what is. It’s marking a transition with intentionality and meaning.
The Power of Pausing to Celebrate
I want to honor the little things, the big milestones, and everything in between. Because here’s what I’ve noticed: as a culture, we’re not great at pausing to celebrate. Not really. Even when we do stop for a moment, we tend to move on way too fast.
Maycember Is a Scam (But the Kids Looked Cute at the Recital)
Maycember: that magical time of year when May morphs into December-level chaos. Except instead of twinkly lights and cozy sweaters, we’re juggling end-of-year school tests, final projects, sports banquets, dance recitals, teacher gifts, and just an overall explosion of "lasts" and "finales"—all while trying to maintain some semblance of normal family life. Why is everything so crammed into the end of the school year?
No One Can Hand You the Map
I see this often — clients who are incredibly aware of their patterns but still can’t seem to break them, no matter how badly they want to.
My somatic journey began in my early twenties, when I became a student of Iyengar Yoga. I loved it. It started slowly — a class here and there, then weekly, and eventually, I developed a dedicated morning practice. It transformed my life. That experience was part of what inspired me to become a bodyworker.
Alcoholism is a Bitch
If you're reading this and suffering from alcoholism yourself—or watching a loved one suffer—you know what I mean. My heart aches with you. It’s so painful. For the whole family. And it truly affects everyone.
Beyond the Basics: What Airports Teach Me About People
The airport is one of my favorite places to do it. There’s something about the pace, the variety, the in-between-ness of it all.
The Night My Daughter Tucked Me In
She did. She tucked me in—probably better than I’ve ever tucked her in.
She doesn’t know (yet) what a gift she gave me.
Footloose, Fancy-Free, and Finally Home
You know how some people love to feel needed? That’s a special kind of person. Not me. I crave freedom.
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
There was a time when overwhelm would send me into forcing and pushing harder. But these days? I’ve learned to breathe and listen.
End-of-Life Planning: A Gift to Yourself and Your Loved Ones
By taking the time now to express your wishes in writing, you can ensure that your final days reflect your values and desires, making this journey as peaceful and dignified as possible.
Befriend Your Fear, Befriend Your Death
I have learned, not just through my death doula and midwife journey but also in life in general, that we must befriend that which we fear.
Choosing Your Soul Friend
Your Anam Cara, soul friend, is someone who believes in you, cherishes you, and wants the best for you in all scenarios. This person is not judgmental and is never trying to change you or your beliefs.
How Good It Is: Lessons from Memory Care
I’ve always found spending time with the elderly to be rich and rewarding; I always seem to leave with a valuable life lesson.
From Shattered to Open: How Divorce Transformed Me
Our divorce rate is high, and people sometimes think it’s contagious. I began to notice people treating me differently, not fitting in the places I used to. But honestly, I didn’t mind. I was choosing to live a more authentic life than I ever had before.
Dancing With Anger
Anger is a life force. It is a real, human emotion. We were meant to feel and express anger in healthy, safe ways—with safe people. We are not meant to shut it down or suppress it. When we do, that’s when we get disease and depression.
Why Sometimes, I Want to Quit Being a Mom (And That’s Okay)
Parenting is Hard – And Sometimes, I Just Want to Quit
We Are Not Who We Think We Are
The ego is just part of our mind that essentially creates our personality based on desires, fears, and a need for self-validation. In truth, it gives us a false sense of self, covering up our deeper consciousness.
The Gift of a Hug
That hug and the connection we shared was exactly why I was meant to be at the post office today.
So here’s my PSA: Do the uncomfortable thing. Just DO. THE. THING. Do the thing that feels vulnerable.
Divorce, Death, and Rebirth: How Somatic Work Changed My Life
Divorce is like a death. It’s the end of a life you thought would always be there, and that’s excruciating. But for me, it was also the catalyst that transformed my life, setting me on a path to where I am today.
From Ashes to Abundance: What We Can Learn from Los Angeles
Abundance exists in the relationships we have with our loved ones. It’s in the simple, human interactions we share with others. It’s inside of us, no matter where we live or what we have. We are rich in love, rich in the mind, rich in choice.