Reclaiming Solitude: How Being Alone Helped Me Find Connection Again
We often confuse solitude with loneliness — and run from both. But in a noisy, hyperconnected world, learning to sit in silence might just be the key to feeling truly seen. This piece explores how stepping back from distraction, performance, and constant connection helped me rediscover a deeper sense of self — and, unexpectedly, build more meaningful relationships.
Let Go, Lean In: How Change, Curiosity, and Meaningful Rest Can Save Us
We cling to what we know — even when it’s making us miserable. But what if letting go was the beginning of real peace? This piece explores how resisting change, ignoring rest, and avoiding discomfort keeps us stuck — and how leaning into curiosity, presence, and meaningful connection could be the way forward.
So… What Do You Actually Do?
We’re more than our job titles. So why is “What do you do?” still the go-to question? In a world obsessed with productivity, it’s time we reconnected with the things that actually bring us joy—and found our people along the way.
From Ketamine to Connection — My Journey from Escaping to Embracing Life
Once, I chased every possible way to escape my own life — alcohol, party drugs, even ketamine. Now, two years sober, I’ve discovered the ultimate hack isn’t found in a pill or a lab. It’s found in showing up for your life and your community, fully present.
Stronger, Fitter, Wiser: Training Smarter As We Age
Getting older doesn’t mean slowing down — it means training smarter. As I approach 40, I’ve learned that recovery, mobility, and community are just as important as the workouts themselves. Injuries have taught me hard lessons, but they’ve also given me insights into how to train efficiently and sustainably. Whether you’re looking to maintain strength, prevent injuries, or just stay active for years to come, this is what I’ve learned (and what the research says), about keeping your body at its best beyond your so-called prime.