I was recently on a local radio show. I was scared shit-less because I had no idea what that entailed, but I prepared as best I could and I showed up. I didn’t know the questions beforehand, but I surrendered to the experience and trusted my interviewer (a lovely gal named Casey) would steer the ship accordingly. I’m happy to …
Listening to the Divine Within
“Whenever you should doubt your self-worth, remember the lotus flower. Even though it plunges to life from beneath the mud, it does not allow the dirt that surrounds it to affect its growth or beauty.” I think for most of us, it’s easy to forget how amazing we are. There’s so much in the media telling us that unless we …
To My Pain Causer
I wanted you to be my teacher. I wanted to look at you with admiration. I didn’t want to blame you. I wanted us to heal together. I wanted us to take this journey together. I’m sorry I blamed you. It hurts so much that sometimes it’s easier just to blame others. I want to forgive you. I love you …
You Are Not A Defective Model
I used to sleep as long as I could. I used to try to trick myself and take pills. I used to try to find just the right person to be with that would make me happy. I used to think obsessively about food all the time. I used to think I was so undeserving. I used to shrink in …
How Being a Perfectionist Kept Me From My Dreams
The word perfectionist usually comes with a medley of emotional responses depending on the person. Some people may think of a meticulous overachiever that relentlessly pursues goals. Others may think of a very critical, judgmental person for who, it seems, nothing is ever good enough. Some people evoke a sense of pride with this word and others avoid the association. …
The Power of Surrender
I went to an open AA meeting this past Wednesday. The setting was beautiful, right on the beach. The facilitators were friends of mine and I was curious to attend. I myself am not an alcoholic, but I admire people who have had a struggle and have chosen to look at themselves, accept responsibility for their lives, and surrender to …