resilience

Where's your Oxygen Mask?

The failures of the "put your mask on first" approach, and an alternative

May 22 •

How I Read the News

What's my specific combo of staying informed, involved, AND sane?

Apr 9 •

We Need to Talk about Asking for Help

A gentle nudge to ask for the love you deserve. You don't owe this movement your misery!

Mar 4 •

When "How Are You" Isn't Enough

How to care for each other when the world feels like it's falling apart. So many folks aren't sure what to say, but I promise something imperfect is…

Feb 24 •

How we Wrap Each Other in Love

After a particularly exhausting week, I'm reflecting on an extremely beautiful moment at the capitol this Tuesday and a gift that is now a prized…

Feb 14 •

Choosing Joy on Hard Mode: Testifying at the MO Capitol

Time to practice what I preach! An overview of the many ways I searched for, chose, built, and found joy in what should have been a terrible day.

Feb 4 •

My GLAAD Media Award Nomination!

Today, I was notified that I was nominated for A GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Online Journalism Article. I'll share that article with you, in full…

Jan 22 •

How to Invite Someone to the Allyship Party

My favorite re-frame for thinking about how we get through to resistant or hesitant potential allies.

Jan 16 •

Resilience is a Muscle—Let's Work Out!

Part TWO of a two part series on resilience building for queer folks and allies!

Jan 9 •

The Case for Anti-Resolutions

Every year I make only one (intentionally ridiculous) new year's resolution. This year, maybe you'll join me!

Dec 29, 2024 •

You Shall Not Monger my Fear Today, Sir!

Part 1 of a two part series on resilience building for LGBTQ+ folks and allies! This week, I'll focus on what, exactly, we need resilience from!

Dec 18, 2024 •

The World Trends Up

While there are plenty of stressors around us, this week has held many major victories around the world. Plus: A free resource announcement!

Dec 4, 2024 •

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