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.
Controversial Grace
Grace that stays present in discomfort. Deb reflects on the courage it takes to hold empathy, accountability, and self-compassion in the work for justice.
On This Day, I Celebrated
What if the pause itself was worth celebrating? Deb reflects on how small celebrations — even in complex times — create capacity for healing, joy, and change.
Poetry, privilege, and telling the truth
From Langston Hughes to Layli Long Soldier and why I believe poetry helps us heal and take action.
Revisiting the first Thriving for Equity blog
Revisiting the first Thriving for Equity post and exploring how personal thriving and equity work can coexist—challenging shame, sacrifice, and the white savior mindset.
Sh*tty First Drafts Are A Way Of Life
Learning to do better—across race, class, and privilege—means stumbling. But what if the stumbles could be joyful? Here's how to embrace the journey.
I am a wealthy spiritual white woman.
A raw reflection on privilege, change, and healing. A wealthy white woman confronts her shortcomings, shame, and progress, while holding space for growth.
White Spiritual Women. It’s time.
Processing grief, resilience, and supporting Black women, urging white women to rest, reflect, and take action for justice and meaningful change.
White Liberal Women, this is who we are.
Offering comfort and support for those grappling with distress over election results, particularly as the U.S. faces the prospect of another Trump presidency.
Kamala Harris and the Second Gentleman
Healing from internalized sexism, celebrating progress, and honoring moments of equity, support, and diversity within political spaces.
The Wisdom of Poison Ivy
Discover the surprising wisdom of Poison Ivy and what it teaches about slowing down, setting boundaries, and living with intention.