Sometimes I want to let go of pain and struggle so badly. In some situations, I try so hard and just can’t figure out how to do it.  So many waves of feelings and sensations. Most of them are incredibly uncomfortable and even painful. I feel stuck in those moments,...

Every moment of life, in this human body, is a miracle. Each day it’s a gift to wake up and be alive. Reasonable statements right? Yet, we’re taught, particularly as women, that age is bad.  With age, we lose desirability.With age, we lose our beauty.With age, we lose...

My uncle shared this video with me, we were talking about sky diving and other daring feats us humans challenge ourselves with. I had no idea when I viewed the video I’d have such an emotional reaction. As a person who spends time figuring out how to translate...

In difficult times our collective norm is to brush it off, get over it, and press through… this might be appropriate while playing sports or performing on stage. When dealing with trauma it may be more harmful than helpful, learn how.

Learn how you can participate in the “Keep It Moving” COVID-19 re-engagement with nature campaign by reading this blog post written by OB community leader and surf therapy enthusiast Leanne Tibiatowski!

I was invited to share my story on two different filmed segments that will air this week. Part of the process included a photo and video shoot of me surfing. Some think an opportunity like this sounds amazing and fun… right?  I was texting with one of my surf sisters...

We are storytellers by nature. Our stories help us learn, grow and make meaning of the ups and downs of this life we are living. They connect us with one another...  The best storytellers captivate us with tales of adventure, adversity, love, lessons and even loss. So...