In this post, we’ll explore how practicing non-judgmental observation can help us find steadiness in uncertainty, respond with wisdom, and embrace life’s unfolding without fear.

Across the country, lawmakers are waging a war on gender-affirming care, claiming it is a misuse of taxpayer dollars. What they fail to mention is that gender-affirming care isn’t just about hormone therapy for transgender individuals—it includes medical treatments that millions of cisgender people rely on daily. If these laws continue, they will impact far more people than the politicians are admitting, stripping essential healthcare from low-income families, disabled individuals, incarcerated people, and even menopausal women.

When corruption is institutionalized, staying ethical can feel like an act of defiance. The cost can be steep—jobs lost, relationships strained, safety threatened. It’s tempting to believe that survival requires compromise. But history shows us that those who refuse to conform to unjust systems often plant the seeds of real change.

"I'll Stand By You" by The Pretenders is more than just a song to me—it's a reflection of who I am as a therapist. Its lyrics speak to empathy, support, and togetherness, values that guide my work. Loyalty, to me, is about showing up for people in their darkest moments, standing beside them when they feel most alone. But lately, I’ve been asking: Who has whose back?

There is power in choosing not to participate in a game designed for our destruction. There is strength in recognizing that the real battle is not with the person in front of us but with the systems that make us believe we must destroy each other to survive.

The truth is simple: Humans are humans. We are not bound to repeat the mistakes of our ancestors. The only way forward is to expose the lie for what it is, reject the fear that fuels it, and choose to heal.

Healing doesn’t come from destroying others, silencing their voices, or taking away their rights. It doesn’t come from surrounding yourself with bullies or perpetuating harm. True healing requires courage—the courage to face your pain, to take responsibility for your actions, and to rebuild yourself from the inside out.

The road ahead will not be easy, but we are not powerless. By becoming living antidotes, we embody resilience, care, and defiance against those who seek to diminish us. We don’t engage in their cruelty and we refuse to be defeated by it.

To the trans and nonbinary community: your light matters. Your authenticity matters. Your courage matters. You are here, and you are a reminder that fear does not win unless we let it.

The wildfires, fueled by climate change and human negligence, show us how deeply intertwined our fates are with the environment.

In a world increasingly shaped by uncertainty and division, this letter offers a powerful call to action: reclaim your personal power, foster resilience, and make conscious choices that empower yourself and your community. Through thoughtful reflection and grounded hope, it invites you to move beyond survival and into a life where thriving is possible, even in the face of adversity.

This blog is a composite of our collective thoughts, feelings, and expressions. Welcome.

For the past week, I've held space for those processing post-election feelings—your anger, frustration, sadness, and fear. Through Universal Laws and collective healing, we can find strength in community and hope in change. Together, we rise. Together, we adapt. Together, we create change.

Rashida discusses the nature of addiction, the toll it takes on families, and most importantly, what you can do to cope and support the recovery of your loved one.

Self-care strategies and suggestions for navigating grief and loss.

What are enmeshed, rigid, and healthy boundaries?