Ubuntu Philosophy: I am because we are

Every week we gather here as a group of humans creating a healthy community. We share time, space, and our personal lives. In each encounter, we interact with mutual respect, kindness, dignity, and compassion for each other. This is what being human is about. Our...
Weight Training: WHAT are you carrying?

Weight Training: WHAT are you carrying?

My sister gave me this print when I was in graduate school. I was having a ridiculously hard time with my Doctoral Advisor and she was making my last year a nightmare. Without being rude and telling you what I think of her (grrr!), let’s just say that she walked...
Lumps & Lines

Lumps & Lines

I’ve spent my life with my body exposed. Yes, you read that correctly. Exposed. Vulnerable. Judged. Stared at. I was in gymnastics since age 5 so I was always in a leotard. That means EVERY little nook and cranny is visible to anyone looking at you! Then I got...
Be the Best Version of Yourself Possible

Be the Best Version of Yourself Possible

Ever have a crappy day where you just don’t feel like being around anyone or even sometimes yourself? Or you wake up in a fowl mood and you’re not really sure why? I used to have days like that. Sometimes I had more than I’d like, or more than other...