My thoughts

Are you feeling drained by the events happening around the world? Do you find yourself grappling with depression, stress, or anxiety? Are you overwhelmed by distressing news, such as the Epstein-related content, wars, and the constant stream of provocative headlines that fill social media? If so, you're not alone. Many people are stepping back from the news and social media in search of clarity and understanding about who we are in this changing world. As the familiar structu

I wrote an article yesterday about vicarious trauma and how we are all experiencing it by being exposed to the Epstein content. While it is essential for society to be informed about the horrific crimes committed against humanity—against women, men, and children—we also need to find a way to make sense of this trauma, just as we do with any other traumatic events that impact us personally. From my own experience, I believe that trauma and traumatic events are unavoidable. Now

This is definitely a Breaking kind of news, but let me give you a little background.  I watched an episode of The Maid a couple of years ago, and it really opened my eyes to the realities of domestic violence, now referred to as intimate partner violence. As an advocate and survivor, I was impressed by how respectfully and thoughtfully they portrayed the main character's story. For years, I hesitated when opportunities arose to bring my own story to the big screen for various