When recovering from chronic pain, we often come to the mistaken conclusion that in order to heal we need to avoid all stress and access absolute safety. This post explores the mind-body connection, shifting our perspective on stress an safety, and practical invitations to inhabit our full liveliness and heal.

What sticky dough, lopsided loaves, and a very persistent inner critic showed me about healing. It isn’t about getting it perfect, but about showing up human, curious, and kind. Whether you're on your own healing path or supporting others, I hope this story offers some permission to soften, invite playfulness and joy, and begin again.