6 Low-key Ideas for Celebrating Mabon (the Fall Equinox)
The Fall Equinox/Mabon is Sept. 22. Here’s 6 low-key ideas for celebrating this seasonal shift while saving your energy for the harvest.
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Remembering What We Lost, Even Decades After 9/11
This essay is reposted from my Substack newsletter, Action Potential, where it originally appeared on September 11, 2021. Since then, the second cousin I mention has passed away from liver cirrhosis. I find it interesting that both of my family members who were directly involved in 9/11 passed away shortly after the 10-year and 20-year …
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Celebrating Two Years Alcohol-free (and a Few Months Off Social Media)
Celebrating two years alcohol-free felt a lot better than my first soberversary. Do you think quitting Instagram has something to do with it?
Things That Are Not Cool to Say to a Person With Disabilities
People with disabilities deal with a lot. You never know what someone’s been through, so please try to keep your stupid comments to yourself.
My Mental Health Story
Trigger warning: recalling suicidal thoughts and actions This post has been edited and updated from its first appearance in my Substack newsletter: action potential, on March 8, 2021 But in the end, it’s only a passing thing, this shadow. Even darkness must pass. ~ Samwise Gamgee Throughout my life, I’ve survived at least two severe …
29 Stress Management Techniques to Fit Your Busy Schedule
April is National Stress Awareness Month. Here are 29 stress management techniques you can implement in as little as 5 minutes.
How tarot cards can help with everyday mental health
Tarot is an empowering tool that encourages self-discovery. It’s not a replacement for therapy, but can support everyday mental health.
The Life-changing Science and Magic of EFT Tapping
Do you ever feel like something’s blocking you from achieving your goals, but can’t quite figure out what it is? Whether you want to curb sugar cravings, sleep better, or simply calm the f**k down, EFT can help. Read on to learn how.
14 Magical Ways to Celebrate Self-Love This Valentine’s Day
Does V-Day stress you out? Celebrate Radical Self-Love this Valentine’s Day and every day after with these 14 simple, low-cost ideas.
Living in Harmony with the Seasons: Winter Rest
More than just a season to endure before we get to summer, winter is a magical season that promotes rest, rejuvenation, and self-love