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The Difference Between Giving Up and Letting Go
Human beings carry complex stories of how things are “supposed to be…” The endless “shoulds” of our small corners of the world are catalyzed and amplified by the painful legacies of capitalism, sexism, racism, and ableism. We grow up carrying all that could not...
Queer Joy
The first time I heard the term Queer Joy, I thought, What a bunch of hooey. My reaction came from the belief that joy was impossible in the face of the fascism we were witnessing. Worse, it felt like a distraction from the fight that needed to happen if we were going...
Laugh…Even When You Don’t Want To
How many times has your therapist encouraged you to create an affirmation, a mantra, or a personal statement to bring balance to your self-talk? Something like, "I am a patient and prosperous person who meets all challenges with positivity and joy." And the first...
Stories That Matter
As I write this, I am six days away from turning 59. This birthday feels surprisingly significant. Over the past few years, I have changed in ways I never imagined possible. My body requires more care than ever to stay healthy and moving, and yet I feel more connected to myself than I have in a long time.
Pulse Unplugged (Or Not): On Culture, Connection, and the Work We Do Together
Pulse is an incredibly special place to work. I don’t say that lightly or out of habit – I say it because it’s something I feel every single day I walk through the door and into this community we’ve built together.
The Audacity of Springtime
It’s almost spring. The days are getting longer and warmer. The sun is sometimes shining. Even though the rain continues to fall…that’s the thing, right there…The sun is sometimes shining…while the rain persists. How unfair that spring comes every year, no matter what...