03/02/2026
Lately, I find myself deeply contemplating the systems upon which our world is built. I strive to maintain a curious and open mind regarding the social structures of our systems. I’m learning to navigate this world with the newfound insights from my osteopathic training. It’s challenging me not only in my practice but also in my daily life, influencing how I approach my understanding of the world around me. To be honest, I’m angry about how the system is failing our families. From the moment of birth, we are up against a system that benefits from our struggles. The lack of support and education in crucial areas is harming our youth. We need hope to thrive as a society.
I came into bodywork because of my curiosity about the body. Exploring inwardly gave me tools to manage my sensitivities as a neurodivergent individual in a system that didn’t support me. I learned very early in life that no one was going to save me. I had to cultivate these tools myself to meet my needs and advocate for myself. This journey has shaped me into the woman I am today. It’s why I care so much about my work, as I understand what it’s like to feel lost in the system.
It all comes back to the idea of self. It starts from within, honoring what we can control in our daily lives and preparing for the future by living in the present. Healthy living is preventive care. It’s reflected in our daily habits, in how we honor our body’s needs, and in showing up for our bodies with a compassionate heart. In a world that thrives on our disconnection, the most powerful thing we can do is connect more deeply with our bodies and the environment around us. By connecting more deeply with our body’s inherent wisdom, we can access greater knowledge to live more freely in the world around us. We must return to the idea of honoring our body’s natural ability to heal, much like a seed’s ability to grow despite limitations. We have no choice but to move forward with a compassionate way of living in the environment around us.
Healing and growth start in the soil around us; how we water and nurture our roots and environment forms the foundation for self-liberation and collective action.