Dear me, “You absolute dumbass—remember when you thought life was hard at 15? Ha ha ha. Let’s talk.” These are the opening lines to a letter I wrote to myself. Turns out, I’m not the only one who writes letters to myself. Many authors and filmmakers have embraced the concept of “letters to myself from … Read more
Tea for the Soul, Civet Coffee for… Well, Let’s See. I’ve got nothing against coffee or coffee lovers. Heck, I drink coffee occasionally. But after encountering Luwak coffee , my sense of adventure took a dramatic nosedive—at least in the beverage department. No matter how much you rave about its “rich taste,” I’m staying firmly … Read more
Humans have loved dipping in water for ages—but when it promises to cleanse your soul? That’s next-level! This is my experience at Pura Tirta Empul, the holy spring water temple in Bali. Bali: Where Spirituality and Partying Coexist Bali isn’t just about sipping cocktails on sun-kissed beaches—it’s also where you can hit pause on your … Read more
(10% confused) I’m an ambivert. But trust me, I didn’t figure that out overnight. It took me over a decade, a few friendships, some money, and thankfully, a handful of relatives disappearing from my social radar. (Honestly, yay!) If you’re nodding along, welcome to the club. No guilt, no shame. You’re not alone. Here’s my … Read more
Ten years ago I would never have thought I would sit down to write a blog about “learning to love midlife.” Yet, here I am, a proud member and now, an advocate of what I like to call the “Midlife Club.” A New Chapter Begins at Midlife It often starts subtly – a significant … Read more