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Stuck in the Mud? Why Calm(ish) Might Be the Best You Can Be (and That’s Enough)
Welcome to the Soft Space If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in your own thoughts—looping, spiraling, second-guessing—you’re not alone. Welcome to *Calm(ish) Human*, a soft space to grow, stumble, laugh awkwardly, and figure things out one imperfect moment at a time. This blog is about learning how to live with your values in daily life, one awkward moment at a time. This blog is for the ones who want to live with more intention, connection, and self-compassion—but without pretending they’ve mastered mindfulness or turned into emotionless Zen robots. Whether you’re a practitioner bringing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into your work, a stay-at-home parent covered in peanut butter, or a…
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When I Feel Most Like Myself
There’s a certain quiet magic in the moments when we feel most like ourselves. For me, it’s when the music is playing — something nostalgic, maybe a little strange — and I catch myself singing along, off-key and barefoot in the kitchen. Or when I’m curled up with a book I’ve read five times, my body tucked under a weighted blanket and a plant drooping slightly nearby like it’s reading along with me. These are my grounding rituals — soft, simple habits that gently anchor me to my authentic self. In a world that pulls us in a thousand directions, where productivity is confused with purpose, it’s easy to forget…
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Meadow Letters
Hi, friend. Welcome to calm(ish) human, a place where you can walk in, kick off your shoes and find a comfortable seat. You don’t have to be flourishing to take up space here. That’s the thing about meadows: they don’t require you to be impressive. The moss is just as welcome as the daisy. You’re already part of this. Whether you’re struggling to show up or trying to connect with yourself or others, this space — this little corner of the digital meadow — is for you. A breath, a soft landing, a beginning. The dandelion is often dismissed as a weed, something to get rid of. But it’s persistent.…
