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We consider the impact of shame, celebrate queer Latinx culture, and discuss the ins and outs of polyamory.   A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, Are you bundled up and cozy? I sure hope so. This is the rainiest rainy season I’ve experienced in LA, which, in conjunction with the recent time change and the doozie of a topic for this month’s article,…

We consider the importance of tears, celebrate Black History Month, and discuss the challenges of modern feminism. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, I hope this email finds you well and warm. This month, I have cried more than usual (and given that I’m a crier, that means a lot). Some of my tears were prompted by the news around the world. I…

We contemplate the struggle to find self love, celebrate and uplift the AAPI community, and discuss how to respond to stonewalling in an argument. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi folks, I wish I could write you something sweet and light about the start of the new year, but I mostly feel heavy as I reflect on the last month. The shooting in Monterey…

We address toxic family members and how to navigate (or end) relationships with them, connect by giving back, and offer suggestions on talking to you partner about starting a family. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, This newsletter is being composed in an airplane as I travel what seems like a million miles to visit family I haven’t seen since 2019. A baby is…

We talk about the importance of finding purpose in life, consider how to honor Native communities this Thanksgiving, and go ice skating in Pershing Square. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi folks, I’m writing this just before Thanksgiving. It’s a holiday entrenched in our country’s sordid history. For many, it has become a beloved tradition; for others, it’s a time when they must navigate…

We take a look at how to cope with the end of a relationship, join the fight to expand voter access, and celebrate the rich cultural history and tradition of Día de los Muertos. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi folks, I hope this message finds you well, with you taking care of your body and your emotional needs. I hope you are enjoying the…

We address the importance of vulnerability, acknowledge Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and learn more sustainable alternatives for our food waste. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi folks, It took me a while to draft this message to you, and while I thought about everything I wanted (and didn’t want) to say, more and more issues came to light around the world. I, personally, had been struggling for…

We investigate what drives a fear of failure, celebrate Black Business Month and help address food insecurity in Lincoln Heights. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, I hope you are staying well and finding time to rest. I hope that you have found ways to enjoy the outdoors in the cool of the early mornings or the evenings. And I hope that you…

We discuss how to manage climate anxiety in a time of environmental crisis, highlight the importance of BIPOC Mental Health Month and examine a few simple ways to live more sustainable lives. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi folks, Another month has come and gone. This month I took some time off. I traveled to visit family, and it was mostly wonderful. There were…

We explore the benefits of centering joy in difficult times, reflect on the importance of Pride month in light of renewed attacks on the queer community and attempt to find hope in a post-Roe future. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, The initial letter I had drafted for you talked about the summer heat and the daily grind. And then Friday’s Supreme Court…