Christian Roots, Goddess Branches

Most people don’t know what Orthodox Christianity is. I’ve been asked many times if I’m Jewish. No, I explain, our rituals are the same Christian rituals that were created 2000 years ago. We sing, chant, and recite prayers in Ancient Greek. Our churches are ornately...

When I Joined the Circus

After I graduated from Northwestern University, I floundered. Like many other Super Over Achievers, I had been so committed, focused, and intense during my four years that when all that structure suddenly evaporated, I was lost. I was a multi-passionate person, and I...

Hard Conversations: Speaking Truth

Sometimes, we need to have hard conversations. It’s often not fun or easy. Many spiritual teachings, including my own, focus on finding the truth within you. What’s really true? What do you know in your Wisdom? What’s in alignment for you? You’ve likely heard me ask...

It Will Stop With Me

I lucked out when I got to college. After surviving a stressful and complicated home environment, I was blessed to land in the best possible place for me – a dorm filled with loving, fun artists, musicians, actors, and dancers. We had Rocky Horror Picture Show...