This episode was inspired by Dr. Christine Blasey Ford. Her courage, and the stunning impact it had, prompted our reflection on the energy that each of us channels when we tell our stories. In this episode, Siena explains how sharing the story of her own sexual abuse affected both her and the classmate she told, in a powerful and positive way.
Read MoreFace to face human interaction is the lifeblood of healthy individuals, and of a healthy democracy. In this episode, we share our recent experiences visiting with friends out and about in Portland, Oregon.
Read MoreThis episode was inspired by our visit to The Grotto in Portland, Oregon. Specifically, their replica of the labyrinth in the floor of Chartres Cathedral in France.
Read MoreIs it foolish to believe in miracles? Or is denying the mystery and the wonder of life the foolish thing?
In this episode, we tell about an unexplainable event that happened for Siena when she was in the 7th grade. It happened in Honolulu, Hawaii, when her family put her into an all-girls Catholic school for the first time in her life.
Read MoreOur amazement at, and appreciation for, the badassery of Fred Rogers and his subversive T.V. show Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood.
Read MoreIf we could handle disappointment without getting cynical, playing the blame game, or getting all victimy and weak. If we could handle disappointment by becoming an even brighter light, a better human being, a bigger inspiration. Isn't that a better measure of success than the usual “millionaire, celebrity, and ripped abs” stuff?
Read MoreWe discuss our experience watching the movie “Crazy Rich Asians.” It’s a wide ranging chat about things like: feeling self-conscious about being Asian, feeling not Asian enough and not American enough, comparing the State of Hawaii’s culture with the Singapore culture portrayed on the silver screen, the human tendency towards tribalism, and more.
Read MoreThe larger culture pressures us to achieve, achieve, achieve! Achieving isn’t bad, in and of itself. But it’s just one dimension of success. This dimension can be called 'masculine.' It's a masculine kind of energy, a masculine kind of success. The other dimension, though, is just as critical. It is To Be. You see, what can be called a feminine energy of Presence, or Being-ness, is just as real. And just as valid and important to giving birth to, and sustaining, True Life.
Read MoreHow can understanding the dualities of femininity and masculinity help us to live a better life?
Read MoreEspecially for LGBTQ people like us, who sustain wounds to the soul just by living in a society with a thousand years of homophobia behind it, soul care is of utmost importance.
Read MoreIt’s a really useful skill to develop some control over your feelings. Here’s a fun discussion about the many ways you can approach that.
Read MoreJust because you feel something doesn't mean you need to amplify it. Each feeling can either further or hinder our strength, health, and progress. So it's wise to at least pause and consider whether a particular feeling helps or hurts us. Have emotions. Have feelings. But don't let the feelings have you.
Read MoreHow to quit just reading about self-improvement, and actually improve yourself.
Read MorePositive Peace > Negative Peace. If Stars Hollow had a Pride Festival, it might go something like this...
Read MoreWe all need this reminder from time to time: you are worthy of attention, time, care, and cultivation. Take the time to invest in your self. It always pays off.
Read MoreThere are no small things. Acts of kindness and humanity are the exact things that make a peaceful society possible.
Read MoreWhat’s the secret difference between those who are Growing & Glowing and those who are Status Quo-ing? And what’s the game changer in deploying that secret weapon?
Read MoreHow The Karate Kid teaches the three needs we all have: the need for Mission, Meaning, and Magic.
Read MoreWe discuss the shocking power of being seen, on the stage of the larger culture, or on any stage in which we recognize ourselves somehow. We discuss our experience as LGBT people, as lesbians, as Asian-Americans.
Read MoreWhen authenticity does not encompass the value of being appropriate…you get foolishness, rudeness, and ultimately, a self-destructive life and community.
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