Illustrator: Courtney Collins I’m honestly relieved to be done with 2025. Last year felt like wave after wave of upheaval, personally and collectively. My parents’ health declined in ways that required most of my attention, pulling me away from my business and my own rhythm. And beyond my own life, the world itself has felt like a constant storm. This wasn’t “life be lifin.” This was life trying to take me out. At some point, the noise became louder than my peace. And while I’m a Reiki Master...

Illustrator: Courtney Collins I had a strange conversation with a longtime friend, which I found curious based on how it ended. Not well....

The focus of love for this day is an important one. Self-care and sharing gifts with your partner are wonderful gestures. However, too...