Manal Haji Egeh 
Lately, I’ve been enjoying books featuring cats so much that I was even tempted to follow a cat I ran into during my morning walk yesterday. In the novel “The Cat Who Saves Books” by Sosuke Natsukawa, I was reminded why I love reading through the wisdom of a boy named Rintaro Natsuki: “Books teach … Read More
I’ve been reflecting on the importance of accepting our feelings as they are, without judgment. When a challenging emotion like worry or sadness arises, how do you respond? How do you feel about feeling your feelings? What were you taught about expressing emotions as a child? In my practice, I have noticed that many people … Read More
What is your relationship with anger? Is it a familiar companion that shows up to defend you at the slightest trigger? Or is it more like an estranged family member that appears only when absolutely necessary? Are you aware when it shows up, or does it take over in the blink of an eye, transforming … Read More
When we are in pain or suffering, it often seems like that is when we choose to be our worst enemy rather than our best friend. Our society equates productivity with success, and we feel guilty for taking a break and resting because we view it as a personal shortcoming. When things are going well, … Read More
What does it mean to let go? As the fall season begins, this is the question I reflect on. I think about all the things I want to release: shame, self-doubt, anxiety, self-criticism, painful memories—the list always feels endless. I used to believe that to allow for rebirth and transformation in the spring, I needed … Read More
Summer Strike is one of my comfort dramas that I like to rewatch as I prepare to say goodbye to summer. The main female character’s name is Yeo-reum, which means summer in Korean. Yeo-reum is one of my all-time favorite characters. I love watching her journey of becoming a better friend to herself. It reminds … Read More