The Lighthouse Letters

In this episode, I’m thinking about the quiet after joy: the soft comedown and the steady heartbeat of something real taking root. I share a few recent moments that left an imprint: a glam camping trip (yes, real hot showers!), playing mermaids at a pool party, watching my balcony flowers bloom, and that little pang of comparison/jealousy when I visited a friend’s stunning home. We also go somewhe...

In this lighthouse letter, I reflect on: ✨ a recent camping trip under the stars 🪐 finishing my space play 🎨 what it means to create without pressure I talk about the joy of small moments, the rediscovery of childhood passions, and how community can spark creativity. There’s also a little rant about spatial awareness (Costco edition), and an invitation to let yourself want big, beautiful things...

This week, I didn’t participate in Run & Gun, the chaotic and magical 48-hour film festival—but somehow, I still found myself in the middle of a deeply creative weekend. In this episode, I’m reflecting on the act of creating without pressure, the magic of returning to childhood hobbies with adult tools, and the quiet, radical work of learning to rest without guilt. There’s a field note from a rain...

Born Loved | Lighthouse Letters In this episode, I reflect on turning 30 (wild!) and what it means to be seen —really seen—not just by others, but by myself. I talk about the joy of hosting friends in a space I’ve made my own, the magic of soup dumplings (yes, they made me cry), and why I gave out personalized headshots instead of loot bags at my birthday party. I fled capitalism for a day and wen...

In this episode, I reflect on the often-overlooked second phase of doing something—when the shine fades, and intention has to carry what adrenaline once did. I talk about cheering at a marathon (and crying), learning to rollerblade again (badly but bravely), and putting up a bird feeder in hopeful defiance. I explore what it means to be seen trying, how joy and fear can hold hands, and why it’s ok...

In this episode, I share a tiny soft story called The Night the Stars Stayed to Listen —a tale about a girl at the edge of the world who spoke to the stars, never expecting them to listen. It’s a gentle metaphor for those moments when life throws something unexpected our way, and we’re asked to stay true to ourselves in the midst of uncertainty. I talk about the courage it takes to keep speaking,...

In this episode, I talk about rest—not just as a break, but as a quiet kind of bravery. I share thoughts on what it means to reclaim your space (especially when you live alone), the magic tucked inside small rituals, and why birthdays feel like soft revolutions when you let yourself be celebrated. There’s talk of pasta, trivia, napping in your own bed, and how the tiniest acts—like lighting a cand...

In this first Lighthouse Letter, I share stories of rebuilding, remembering, and choosing hope — even when no one seems to be looking. A meditation on small beginnings, soft victories, and the quiet, stubborn work of keeping the light alive.

"When you invite grief to the table, it doesn't need to hurt you to be heard." Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Habit Formation 03:09 Navigating Uncertainty and Hope 06:06 The Impact of Grief on Identity 08:49 Art as a Medium for Grief 11:54 Understanding and Inviting Grief 14:46 The Importance of Mental Health 17:56 The Role of Design in Our Lives 24:03 Consumer Behavior and Marketing Insights 29:50...

"I have trouble actually not falling in love with people who cook for me." Chapters 00:00 Consistency and Habit Formation 03:02 Adventures in Baja California 05:50 The Joy of Animal Encounters 09:07 Reflections on Loneliness and Companionship 11:48 Cultural Experiences and Haggling 20:04 Language Learning and Connection 29:51 Embracing Emotions and Processing Feelings 32:50 The Beauty of Birding a...

It's finally here...my first podcast. I talk about my life mantra, productivity, joy, gratitude, and the fact that I'm pretty sure I was a dog in my past life.