Topic
presence
3 pieces on presence.
5 min read · August 14, 2026
Self-Compassion Isn't Self-Pity (and It Isn't Letting Yourself Off)
The usual objection to self-compassion is that it makes you soft. That gets it backwards — here's what it actually is, and the one question that makes it usable today.
3 min read · February 12, 2026
Presence Over Perfection: Showing Up Imperfectly, On Purpose
Being present doesn't mean being calm, focused, or good at it. It just means showing up as you are, without waiting to be a better version of yourself first.
4 min read · January 29, 2026
What Mindfulness Actually Means (and What It Doesn't)
Mindfulness has become a marketing word for almost anything calm. Here's what it actually is, stripped of the branding.