For the ones carrying the unspoken weight of being “the first” or “the only” on their team. When you’re the one who stands out because of your identity, suddenly everything you do gets magnified. Your cultural expressions get misread as negative, you’re held to tighter deadlines, or more work lands on your plate than on your peers’. And when you try to speak up, leadership dismisses your concerns as “too sensitive.” Do you ever feel like you’re constantly proving yourself while being treated differently anyway? That no matter how much you give, it’s never seen the same way as others on your team? If you’re exhausted from navigating a workplace that feels more toxic than inclusive, let’s talk. I know how it feels to be labeled instead of listened to. Here, you don’t have to shrink, code-switch, or over-explain—you get to be fully seen and heard.

As a new mom, my journey into parenthood wasn’t what I expected. My pregnancy had some complications, including my water breaking a month early, which threw me into a whirlwind of uncertainty. I was overwhelmed by the fear of my baby needing to go to the NICU, and I found myself constantly anxious about his health. I quickly realized the importance of trusting my instincts and advocating for myself, especially when things felt off in the medical process. It wasn’t easy, but I had to speak up about my concerns and trust that I had a right to be heard. Along the way, I learned a lot from the NICU staff and gained a deeper appreciation for self-advocacy in medical settings. One of the biggest lessons I took away from my experience was that it’s okay to ask questions and make sure you’re getting the care you need. I want to help others, especially new parents, feel empowered to advocate for themselves during these high-stress moments and find ways to cope with the anxiety that can come with early parenthood.

For most of my life, my relationship with my mother was difficult, filled with conflict, arguments, and long periods of avoidance. This was painful, not just because of the distance between us, but also because it limited my relationship with my father. As I got older, I realized that while I couldn’t change her, I could change my own reactions. Through intentional work—building tolerance, focusing on the positives, and managing my triggers—I’ve been able to shift how we interact. Today, our relationship is loving and much stronger than I ever thought it could be. Along the way, I also navigated tense relationships with several bosses, often needing to check my own stubbornness and ego. Meditation practices and Buddhist teachings have helped me stay grounded, approach conflict with compassion, and resolve issues without harboring resentment. Healing difficult relationships is challenging, but absolutely possible, and I’m here to help you find your own path through it.

For most of my life, my relationship with my mother was difficult, filled with conflict, arguments, and long periods of avoidance. This was painful, not just because of the distance between us, but also because it limited my relationship with my father. As I got older, I realized that while I couldn’t change her, I could change my own reactions. Through intentional work—building tolerance, focusing on the positives, and managing my triggers—I’ve been able to shift how we interact. Today, our relationship is loving and much stronger than I ever thought it could be. Along the way, I also navigated tense relationships with several bosses, often needing to check my own stubbornness and ego. Meditation practices and Buddhist teachings have helped me stay grounded, approach conflict with compassion, and resolve issues without harboring resentment. Healing difficult relationships is challenging, but absolutely possible, and I’m here to help you find your own path through it.