Hey friend,

I know I've been a bit MIA from the pod these past few weeks, and I truly appreciate your patience. Life has its seasons, and sometimes we walk through chapters that aren’t ready to be shared—yet. What I can say is this: we’re all on our own unique path, and you never really know what someone else is going through. That’s why it’s more important than ever to lead with compassion.

Everyone—everyone—is doing their best with what they have. When we start from that belief, we shift the way we see the world. We soften. We open. We allow more grace in. Today we will also be doing just a round up of recent events and little notes that you've all sent my way...

Today’s episode is a gentle reminder to pause. To take care of yourself. To give back to your community, even in small, quiet ways. To rest. To breathe. To do the little things that bring you peace.

As one of my favorite monks once told me in Japan: "Bochi bochi ganbatte." Step by step, do your best.

We’ll also explore some perspectives from the Kintsugi documentary—how we mend, how we shift, and how we prepare for change in this ever-evolving world.

And always remember: Wabi Sabi is about embracing the beauty in imperfection. Life isn’t meant to be polished. It’s meant to be real. So don’t stress too much. You’re doing better than you think.

Let’s begin.