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MWH #71: Spiraling about spiraling
March 5, 2022
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
February 12, 2022
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
February 4, 2022
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
January 29, 2022
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
January 20, 2022
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
January 14, 2022
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
December 30, 2021
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
December 18, 2021
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
December 10, 2021
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
November 26, 2021
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
November 19, 2021
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"
November 11, 2021
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
November 5, 2021
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
October 29, 2021
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
October 22, 2021
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
October 15, 2021
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
October 8, 2021
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
October 1, 2021
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
October 1, 2021
 In this update, I share the difficulty...
MWH #53: Staying home
September 24, 2021
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...
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