THRIVE
Being human is challenging.
Caring deeply about justice, liberation and human suffering can make it even more so.
THRIVE is a collection of stories, reflections, and resources for finding more joy, grace, and aliveness while facing hard truths and discovering what is yours to do.
When the Cost of Staying In Bed is Too High
Deb shares personal strategies, daily tools, and the importance of self-compassion to help get out of bed during bouts of depression and morning fatigue.
Relax While Moving Forward
For a long time, I either collapsed into relaxation or pushed myself forward through strain. Using the movement principles of ChiWalking, I've been exploring a new possibility: what if moving forward and staying relaxed actually belong together?
That's Enough. No More.
Deb reflects on exhaustion, violence, and a different kind of power rooted in digestion, love, and embodied justice. A meditation on saying “enough” without becoming hardened, and on practices that transform what is already dying into ground for new life.
Bootstraps Are Bullsh*t. Make It Easy.
What if the problem isn’t your discipline, but the stories you were taught about how change is supposed to happen? Deb reflects on ease, support, and why making things easier is often the most effective path forward.
Reminders for When Life Feels Heavy
Even if you're exhausted, you're not broken. You might just need deeper nourishment.