Posts in society and culture
Oh Tidings of Comfort and Joy, and Grief

Gasp! The holidays are officially upon us. The lights, the sparkle, and don’t forget the familiar hustle and bustle! Join me in this special holiday episode as I share an excerpt from my current book project on finding comfort and joy amidst the end-of year-grief. Plus, I have a very special guest appearance on the show and sing a little holiday jingle that you'll not want to miss!

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Season 2 Episode 3: The Detriment of Being "Good"

In this week’s episode, I explore the cost of being “good”. Re-inspired by the storytelling and the movie release of Wicked, I examine the novel/musical’s storyline as an illustration for the ways we, especially as women, can become trapped and lose ourselves in a quest for society’s approval and acceptance. Join me as I break down Oz’s smoke and mirrors, silence as a strategy for acceptance, and the pain of taming oneself to belong. Let’s defy gravity by defying “good”.

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