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Fearlessly Always
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This is the space where I share professional insights, personal stories, creative writing, and day-to-day reflections. My writing chronicles my living experiences and acts as a place where I can personally offer you professional expertise and best practice ideas.
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Research indicates that youth involved in the child welfare system have higher rates of suicide ideation and attempts than their peers. During Suicide Prevention Month, the National Center for Adoption […]
[Content Warning: this post shares an intimate view of the author’s experience of suicide. It could be interpreted as glamorization. The post is intended to highlight the complex nature of […]
I haven’t written in a while. I’ve thought about it every day, though: the thing that happened, the comment he made, the smile she shared. I’ve thought about writing and […]
My kids don’t like talking about the fact that one day I’m going to die. I mean why would they? Nobody wants to talk about death. We don’t want to […]
Disclosure happens in a lot of different ways. Disclosure isn’t just the information that we share, but the entire process surrounding a communication exchange. That word, exchange, is critical when […]
I’ve had my way with words. I’ve used them against their will. I’ve twisted them to shape my narratives and not slowed to blink an eye. I’ve learned that what […]
When it comes to lived experience, we should look at the term as an umbrella. The term covers many aspects and considerations across efforts and spaces. This includes an array […]
Like many, I’ve been touched by suicide, and preventing this tragedy is something I’m dedicated to. Those who know me know this. Yet, I feel like I’m forced to prove […]
Ever notice how successful teams seem to communicate effortlessly? 🚀 Well, it isn’t effortless. It takes a deep respect for “good communication” to build a strong team bond. Here’s a […]
To be honest, my experiences speaking were rather unpleasant the first several goes of it. I know I’ve said this recently, but it bears repeating. I mean, I spoke. People […]
In 2015, I had the privilege of training Marines HQ Command Staff over the course of a couple days. I was nervous. I felt like an imposter all the way […]
Lived Experience language is everywhere these days, from titles to resume’ descriptions. However, when it comes to “practicing” one’s lived experience in professional settings, many remain uncertain about the available […]