There is a global pandemic of fascism, fear, hate, and anger that is changing the makeup of humanity in so many ways. I often wonder how historians will view this period and what we will collectively see when we look in the rearview mirror. While the election took...
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...
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...
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...
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 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.
