THRIVE

Being human is challenging.

Caring deeply about justice, liberation and human suffering can make it even more so.

THRIVE is a collection of stories, reflections, and resources for finding more joy, grace, and aliveness while facing hard truths and discovering what is yours to do.

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I Understand Suicide

What if choosing to stay is sometimes the bravest act of all? Deb reflects on despair, aliveness, and the small practices that help her keep choosing life.

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Learning to be a B+ Student

Deb Valentine explores how perfectionism can paralyze growth — and how embracing B+ effort opens the door to joy, peace, and possibility.

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All the Love in the World

A synchronicity on a country road, a peace labyrinth, and a song that keeps finding me.

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Opening Our Hearts To All Of It

Suffering is real—but so is the hope beyond it. Build the strength to hold sorrow and joy, and let love be your guide toward healing and transformation.

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After the Second Inauguration of Donald Trump

Explore love, joy, and courage amidst challenges. Reflect on adrienne maree brown's wisdom, connection across divides, and the power of shared humanity.

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The Vulnerability of Possibility

Struggling with emotional overwhelm? Explore practices to expand your capacity to feel heartbreak without depletion while embracing hope, joy, and possibility.