MWH #79: Need for journaling
This week, I share the realization I had about what is missing in my life right now. Ironically, it’s something I just removed. These weekly updates are an...
MWH #78: Painful therapy
This week, I share about a difficult therapy session, the joys of doing what I love for work, and striving to find balance. These weekly updates are an...
MWH #77: Breaking streaks
This past week, I finally broke my journaling streak in Day One. It was not easy, but it was worth it. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I...
MWH Bonus: Mental illnesses exaggerate
As I have experienced, learned, and shared about mental health, I have become convinced of two truths that are extensions of the same idea—mental illnesses...
MWH #76: Therapist therapy
This week, I share the story of providing therapy for my therapist. Or at least something close to that. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which...
MWH #75: Just say ok
This week’s update shares the story of learning a magical word that unlocks my brain and allows me to do more of what I want. These weekly updates are an...
Ozzy and compassion
I thought I would share an extra message this week outside of my regular update. Usually while driving I listen to podcasts, but for the past week or so,...
MWH #74: Playing first base
In this up-and-down week, I share about needing an extra therapy session, being flexible at work, and the power of free writing. These weekly updates are an...
MEH #73: The happy mess
In this week’s update, I share about medicinal compliance, coaching soccer, and enjoying my new job. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I...
MWH #72: Losing my routine
This week I share the story of realizing how my beautiful morning routine had mutated, and what I have to do about it. These weekly updates are an ongoing...
MWH #71: Spiraling about spiraling
After a couple weeks in which I couldn’t quite muster enough to write an update, I share some experiences I’ve had and lessons I’ve learned. These weekly...
MWH #70: Mindful Sketch Template
This week I talk about navigating the emotions of a big plan change, announce the release of an exciting project, and share my discovery of the power of...
MWH #69: Crooked whiteboard
This week’s update shares the story of hanging a whiteboard in my office, and how it will help challenge my OCD. These weekly updates are an ongoing series...
MWH #68: I have value
This week I share about learning the song of interpersonal effectiveness, realizing I have value without earning it, and iterating on an idea. These weekly...
MWH #67: What I can give
This week, I share a personal experience that highlights how my OCD gets triggered. Thankfully, the story includes some help from my therapist that provides...
MWH #66: Ebb and flow
This week’s update includes my thoughts on caring for sick family while trying to figure out my new job, a validating reminder that I have made a good...
MWH #65: Into the unknown
As 2021 concludes, so too does a major chapter in my career. This week I share about my journey of the last seven years and what is coming next. These weekly...
MWH #64: Zen mode
This week’s update is a frank description of how things are going for me right now. Spoiler alert: not great. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in...
MWH #63: Limping along
After missing a week, I share about the struggles of OCD and anxiety getting the better of me for a bit. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which...
MWH #62: Transform suffering
This update shares the story of the meditative sketchnoting workshop from last week, and how I tried to turn painful emotions into helpful tools for myself...
MWH #61: Emotional processing tool
This week’s update includes more chemical experimentation, success with meditative sketchnoting, and leveraging OCD. These weekly updates are an ongoing...
MWH #60: "I feel calm"
This week brought panic attacks, witnessing a tender moment of support, and reflections on last week’s announcement. These weekly updates are an ongoing...
MWH #59: Just say yes
This week I share the challenges of a single-hobby lifestyle, owning the dishes, and an exciting announcement. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in...
MWH #58: Civil War
It started out as enjoyable and relaxing, but mutated to lock up my brain and take over my life. This update is my story of confronting the Marvel Civil War....
MWH #57: Impulse control
This week I share about acknowledging grief, delaying action, and making plans with a friend. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I share...
MWH #56: Buying beard balm
This emotion-filled week brought some imposter syndrome, beard balm, and crying in a movie. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I share...
MWH #55: Letting OCD win
This week I share about letting OCD win, enjoying General Conference, and seeing friends. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I share what it...
Updated MWH #54: Your experience
I messed up the formatting of my original email. Sorry about that! In this update, I share the difficulty of receiving a kind message, going to a wonderful...
MWH #54: Your experience
 In this update, I share the difficulty...
MWH #53: Staying home
This update describes being a stay-at-home parent for a few days and sitting in uncertainty. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I share what...
MWH #52: Take time
In this week’s update, I share about getting sick and getting better, releasing an app update, and celebrating a year of updates. These weekly updates are an...
MWH #51: A piece of peace pizza
Someone close to me was sharing her feelings last week. While not terrible, things were difficult for her. I told her that I hoped she could feel at least a...
MWH #51: Meditative sketchnoting
In a return to my original format of these updates, I share about getting stuck, sketchnoting as mindfulness, and finding new music. These weekly updates are...
MWH #50: Panic on the freeway
This update is about a different kind of panic attack and illustrates the uncertainty inherent in mental illness. These weekly updates are an ongoing series...
MWH #48: Birthday getaway
This week I share about delightful last-minute plans for my birthday and one of my heroes, John Moe. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I...
MWH #47: Angrily pounding metal
In this update, I share challenges with psychiatric medication, family struggles, and work changes. I might not have handled things in the best way, but it...
MWH #46: Momentum building
In this week’s update, I share about mental health being highlighted by Ted Lasso, Simone Biles, and Michael Phelps. These weekly updates are an ongoing...
MWH #45 Crying at music
This week’s update shares an emotional experience with music, and then wrestling with those emotions. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I...
MWH #44: Return to work
This week’s update includes a delightful visit, my experience with a remote office space, and apprehensions about working in our corporate office. These...
MWH #43: OCD in action
In this update, I share a positive application of my OCD in my efforts to become a villain. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I share what...
MWH #42 Oh, the irony
In this update, I share details of the new app I have been creating, and the deep irony of become obsessed with making it. These weekly updates are an...
MWH #41: Lie after lie
This update describes a week of obsession as well an illustration of making progress. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I share what it is...
MWH #40: A rough week
This week was a struggle. This update shares what that looked like, and a possible cause. I also share about another craft project, and a teaser of a new...
MWH #39: Out of milk
The Holistic Psychologist said recently, “Wise people have known suffering + transformed it into grace.” Here’s my attempt to become more wise. These weekly...
MWH #38: Inverted advice
This week, I share about a conversation that took an unexpected turn, and the reminders of my mental health journey up until now. These weekly updates are an...
MWH #37 Plan changes
In this week’s update, I share about a change in plans, and the challenge that comes from dealing with the associated emotions. These weekly updates are an...
MWH #36 Cross stitching at work
In this week, I discuss feeling emotions, a relaxing project, and sketchnoting. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I share what it is like...
MWH #35: Emotional resilience
This week, I share about sitting with emotions, a link between creativity and mental health, and respect. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which...
MWH #34: Lemon pepper wings
In my update this week, I try something new, and share the story of a panic attack. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I share what it is...
MWH #33: Camping and sketching
This week I share about struggling to come home, the joy of sketching, and finding fun. These weekly updates are an ongoing series in which I share what it...