Books

When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times by Pema Chödrön

Drawing from Tibetan Buddhist philosophy, Chödrön encourages readers to lean into the discomfort of crisis, fear, and challenging life transitions, rather than avoiding, escaping, or fixing.

In my work, whether counseling or coaching, we learn the skills to tolerate the discomfort that inevitably accompanies our lives, allowing us to move through and experience what may be on the other side.

"When things fall apart, it is not a sign of failure but rather a profound opportunity for spiritual awakening—being cracked open to reveal our truest and most resilient selves."

Videos & Insights

Take a Five-Minute Breather

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Understanding the relationship between anxiety, stress, and the breath

‍ Stanford Medicine researchers found that just five minutes a day of structured breathing exercises can significantly reduce anxiety and improve mood.

‍ ‍"Most of the time breathing is automatic, like digestion, heartbeat and other bodily functions, but you can very easily take over and control your breath, which then affects your overall physiology and stress response." — David Spiegel, MD, Stanford Medicine

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