Being Human

A blog for humans, made by a human, about being a human,

mindfulness

  • Perspective.

    Today’s pain is tomorrow’s wisdom. Yet, we often crave immediate relief and seek ways to escape discomfort in the moment. If only we could recognize that, like any stressful experience, perspective is just around the corner, ready to remind us of our resilience and capability to endure suffering. Can you identify a past distressing experience Read more

  • SEX. yep, it’s a thing.

    When I bring up the topic of sex with clients in our sessions, their responses vary widely: discomfort, shock, excitement, disgust, fear, shame, and laughter. Depending on a client’s upbringing, trauma history, or internalized societal beliefs about their bodies, sexuality evokes a wide range of emotional reactions and personal meanings. Sexual identity and expression are Read more

  • Sitting at the top of a roller coaster.

    Do you ever notice a fluttering feeling of fear that arises for no apparent reason? It’s like for a brief moment, life and existence feel utterly terrifying and impossible. Sometimes it comes out of nowhere, bringing intense self-doubt and hopelessness. The older I get, the more I realize just how difficult life and going through Read more

  • Give my free guided meditations a listen!

    Looking to check out of the chaos of day to day life for a few minutes? Or maybe you want to begin your own mindfulness practice? My guided meditations provide an easy and quick way to actively engage in the present moment and connect with yourself in a more meaningful and fulfilling way. Give them Read more

  • Do you have the time to listen to me whine?

    Expressing our emotional pain and struggles openly can sometimes feel like we’re burdening those around us. Why is that? Shared human experiences form the basis of social connection, yet often, we shy away from being honest about our internal feelings. As a therapist, I embrace and feel honored to sit alongside clients in their emotional Read more

  • Harder than we ever could’ve imagined.

    Being human is hard—harder than we ever could have imagined. Yet, we continuously search for experiences and sensations that bring us the slightest bit of joy and pleasure. The imbalance between pure bliss and utter suffering often feels unfair. Think back to when you were a kid, around 7 or 8 years old. You’re outside Read more

  • Putting our feet to the floor is never easy.

    True action requires effort. It demands discomfort and inconvenience. Whether we’re lying in bed endlessly scrolling, watching mind-numbing reality TV on the couch, or avoiding the world with a cover over our heads even though we know we won’t fall asleep anytime soon, putting our feet on the floor and standing up from that spot Read more

  • Hello, Human!

    Well, I bit the bullet and created a blog. I’ll be honest and say that over the last decade, I have fallen far, far away from the world of social media. In my late 20s, I found that the internet became less a place of exploration and connection and more a place of unhealthy comparisons Read more