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Navigating the spiritual realm can feel daunting,  And with so many self-proclaimed guides and gurus,  It can be difficult to know who to trust.  Working with a spiritual mentor can be helpful. It’s like having a trusted guide while climbing a mountain – they help navigate unpredictable terrain and provide wisdom to overcome challenges. They […]

The quest for purpose is a universal human experience,  But often fraught with confusion and uncertainty.  Embracing these 4 key truths can guide us toward a more fulfilling life: 1/ You don’t need society’s approval to find your purpose We’re conditioned to seek external validation and follow society’s expectations. But fulfilling Purpose is not about […]

I used to dread public speaking.  I was so afraid of judgment and getting it “right”, that I was paralyzed with fear. I wish I knew then what I know now: Connection is made through presence, not perfection. When I was younger, I was obsessed with hitting every point and nailing every word. The result: […]

Want to shift your focus to what truly matters?  Check out these 9 powerful principles for living a more meaningful life: Choose presence, not perfection Prioritize relationships, not transactions Take action, resist apathy Cultivate empathy, not judgment Simplify, don’t complicate Choose trust, not suspicion Seek wisdom, not just knowledge Choose integrity, not convenience Value substance, […]

As a society, we’re obsessed with control. We chase after certainty and strive for all the answers. What if relaxing into the unknown opens to even greater possibilities? The truth is: Uncertainty is inevitable. Life is like a vast ocean, with constantly changing tides. When we try to control everything, it’s like trying to build […]

Do you ever feel disillusioned with the world? If so, you’re not alone. Even the most resilient can fall prey to cynicism. In the swirl of overwhelm, it’s tempting to be cynical. Here’s what most people miss: Cynicism is not benign. It’s an insidious creature that gradually undermines us. Influencing our well-being, relationships, and ability to […]

I came across a story that deepened my relationship with the Universe: The Parable of the Lake and the Great Ocean. I’d like to share it with you today: “Once there was a Great Ocean.  All existence was birthed from this Great Ocean, lived off this Great Ocean, and returned back to this Great Ocean. […]

So you’ve had a supernatural experience. Psilocybin, ayahuasca, a religious practice…  How you got there, I don’t care. What really interests me is: 1/ How are you going to integrate this? 2/ How are you going to apply this to your life? *** It’s easy to induce experiences.  What’s more interesting?  Taking what you’ve learned […]

Every day, I assess my activities and ask myself two key questions: 1/ Is this giving me life? 2/ Is this taking it away? As humans, we have an immense capacity to tolerate. This capacity is key to our survival.  But as humans, we’re here to not just tolerate and survive. We are creative actors, […]

I’m a daughter of East Asian immigrants. My loyalty to my family runs deep.  But if I’m honest, I’ve used them as an excuse to keep myself needlessly small. And I’m not the only one. It’s easy to fall prey to familial expectations.  We use words like: Loyalty Protection Responsibility To showcase fierce love in […]