How I’ve Stopped Letting My Unhealed Parents Define My Worth

“Detachment is not about refusing to feel or not caring or turning away from those you love. Detachment is profoundly honest, grounded firmly in the truth of what is.” ~Sharon Salzberg A few months ago, my father informed me that he’d been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Although he seemed optimistic about the treatment, I knew […]

The Day I Realized Love Couldn’t Save Someone

“When it comes down to it, that’s what life is all about: showing up for the people you love, again and again, until you can’t show up anymore.” ~Rebecca Walker The first time my dad admitted he was scared, I felt something shift inside me. Not uncomfortable. Not worried. Scared. He had recently been diagnosed […]

Overcoming Adversity: Life Lessons That Shaped Me

Overcoming Adversity: Life Lessons That Shaped Me Adversity is an inevitable part of life. It can be a sudden illness, a financial crisis, or a personal loss. No matter what form it takes, adversity can be challenging to overcome. However, facing and overcoming adversity can lead to significant personal growth and valuable life lessons. In […]