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The Fabric of Human Connection: Being and Becoming
The quality of our lives depends not on what we accumulate but on how we encounter the world and those around us.

When Empathy is Not Enough
When empathy is asked to do the work of justice, politics, or systems, it falters. It centers the feeler, not the one in need. It demands performance. It mistakes feeling for action.

The Nervous System as a Map of This American Moment
An embodied reflection on collapse, connection, and what comes next

The Heart of Parenting
Explore how the principles of Play, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy build a solid foundation for parent-child relationships, enhancing mutual understanding and support.

7 ways to connect with a young person
Below are 7 relational lenses through the eyes of a young person, honed from my 25 years as a therapist, social worker, and policy maker.