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Three words: Jenni’s Story
Jenni was stuck in a toxic job situation. It was well past the “Danger! Danger, Will Robinson!” level. ⚠️
Portrait of a Marriage
Sifting through the papers, I find myself. Find him. Find a way to show myself who we are.
How hard could it be?
The world is your oyster! College is the time to try new things! Expand your horizons!
I Prescribe Glitter. And Polka Dots.
I don't think healing is meant to always start with black paint on the page.
My Mind Went Blank. . .
But the moment I was facing those two blank pages, my mind just went...well...blank.
There’s More to the Story. . .
I knew something wasn't aligned about seven years into my marriage.
Art + Politics = Artivism
For a while now I've felt pretty powerless to do anything that makes a difference in our country.
Who Am I if I’m not. . . this anymore?
"How will I navigate this new chapter if I'm not even sure who I am anymore?"
The Pony Won. I Survived.
I've always been a horse girl and I loved hanging around the barn and going on trail rides in the desert.
A Hike? or Therapy? You Tell Me: On Being a Beginner
I thought it was just a hike. I didn’t realize it was going to be a therapy session.
Sometimes I Second-Guess Myself
Things are shifting here at Unfold Art. The shift is that I’m putting aside grief-focused work.
I Made a Brave Move
I told myself it was a gift for Mary's birthday. And a gift for myself.
I told myself that it was now or never.
What are the Flavors of Your Life?
When Mary and I started to plan our wedding we knew we wanted a special ceremony but we also knew we definitely didn't want ritual that was heteronormative or tied to the patriarchy.
Tending My Own Fire
I've begun a new practice this year of doing things that specifically nourish my heart 💗 mind 💗 spirit 💗 body.
YOUR NEXT BRAVE STEP
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