Life on the CTA: Small Moments of Humanity on Chicago’s Trains
Observations from years spent riding Chicago’s CTA trains — moments of humor, grief, connection, conflict, music, and humanity unfolding between strangers.
The Exist Project: Connection, Technology, and Learning How to Be Present Again
A reflection on technology, distraction, vulnerability, and a social experiment exploring what happens when people simply exist together without digital interruption.
After the Sky: Grief, Spirituality, and the Meaning We Leave Behind
A reflection on grief, spirituality, mortality, creativity, and the ways we search for meaning, connection, and purpose throughout adulthood.
It’s a Wonderful Life: Grief, Gratitude, and the Meaning We Find in Adulthood
A reflection on grief, adulthood, gratitude, and the emotional meaning behind It’s a Wonderful Life and the ways our understanding of life changes over time.
The Soundtrack to Our Lives: Music, Memory, and the Psychology of Nostalgia
A reflection on nostalgia, music, memory, and the ways songs become tied to identity, healing, emotional growth, and the stories we carry throughout life.
The Johnnys vs. The Underdogs: Bullying, Belonging, and Learning to Stand Up for Yourself
A reflection on bullying, belonging, self-worth, and the complicated process of learning who feels safe, supportive, and emotionally healthy throughout life.
The Ageless Superhero: Why We’re Drawn to Stories of Strength, Survival, and Hope
What draws us to superheroes, stories of resilience, and larger-than-life characters? A reflection on trauma, adversity, identity, and the human need for hope, protection, and connection.