You’ve been doing your best, often against all odds. And while your effort deserves celebration, maybe what you need most right now isn’t another “fix”—it’s something far more revolutionary:

Self-compassion.
Not as a fluffy self-care trend.
But as a grounded, science-backed practice of being on your own side.

How often do we stop and truly appreciate the miracle that is our body? In a world filled with messages telling us we should look a certain way, eat a certain way, and be a certain way, it’s easy to forget that our bodies are not projects to be fixed—they are life itself, carrying us through each day with incredible resilience.

There’s something humbling about watching an eclipse. It reminds us that we are part of something vast, something ancient. Our worries, though important, are small in the grand dance of the cosmos.

One of the things I emphasize when working with students—especially those experiencing anxiety or depression—is that our minds are always paying attention to our bodies.

As we bask in the warmth of midsummer, the vibrant energy of the Fire element in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is at its peak. This season, marked by long days and abundant sunshine, invites us to cultivate the radiant qualities of the heart and lungs.

Mindful eating is about more than just consuming food; it's about becoming aware of the positive and nurturing opportunities available through food preparation and consumption.