“Other people have it so much worse than me, so I shouldn’t feel the way I do.” “Because I have caused harm to my partner, I am not allowed to have needs or feelings in my relationship.” “It’s not a big deal” (when your body is telling you it feels like a really big...
A Death doula, also known as an end-of-life doula, death midwife, or (the incredibly rad sounding) death walker, is someone who accompanies and supports people who are preparing for and navigating death. Death doulas can provide comfort, education, resources,...
Before we dive in, I want to let you know that this post touches on the topic of suicide. It is a mere glimpse of my experience, a simplified version of a more nuanced story. I am also just one person. Please take care of yourself while you read, and I hope you find...
To all the queer and trans teens out there, just trying to navigate this world: Hey you, Things are scary and infuriating right now. I imagine there are a lot of places and moments where you feel like you need to hide or maybe even abandon parts of yourself to stay...
For most of my life, my bicycle was a source of joy and freedom. That set of wheels provided me with a sense of autonomy and fed my curiosity and need for adventure. As a kid, I rode my bike for hours up and down the street in front of my house. Even though it was...
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