A Summer of Unfulfilled Longing When I moved to O‘ahu in August, returning to the island where I was born, I carried the excitement of rediscovering my roots and immersing myself in the rhythm of the ocean. But by December, I had surfed only once,…
I found some plants on the discount rack, brought them home, and propagated them to create a plant family. The plants responded by producing one flower, then another, and then another. They seem to be thriving. Changing environments can greatly impact wellness. For the past…
As many other women have written about before, sexism sucks. The wage gap, the stereotypes, and the hierarchical differences. All women go through the same and unique struggles, even more so when race comes into the picture. Women of color are some of the most…
Imagine struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, only to be told you can’t get help for half a year. That’s the harsh reality for countless Hawai’i residents, thanks to a shocking shortage of mental health professionals. Here’s why and how YOU can make a difference.…
Harnessing Play: A Transformative Strategy for the Five Fundamental Fears In addressing the fabric of fear that threads through our lives, identifying which of the five fundamental fears holds sway over us is a crucial first step (Albrecht, 2012). This understanding allows for a strategic,…
In elementary school, I lived in a mostly black community. I would always change schools because my parents were going through a very rough time in their marriage and were still growing up and learning how to function as adults with a child and careers.…
