I have a confession: I've never seen a single episode of Stranger Things

But I don't have to have watched it to understand The Upside Down.

It's this dystopian world where everything seems to be reversed, right?

Yeah... that's what America feels like right now. And if you're feeling it while everyone around you is going on like nothing has changed and you feel like a madwoman....

YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

NEW BLOG POST:

When the World Feels Upside Down
Waking Up From Hypernormalization

The other day, I was standing in the kitchen, pouring my third cup of coffee (don’t judge me, it was one of those mornings), half-watching another “breaking news” from Aaron Parnas with one ear. There it was again… he relayed a politician saying something so disconnected from reality that I actually laughed out loud. Not because it was funny, but because… really? This is the story we’re supposed to believe now?

For a long time, I thought I was just being dramatic. Maybe I was too sensitive, or not resilient enough. But here’s what I know:
If you’re feeling like the world has gotten more bizarre, more disconnected, and more “let’s-just-pretend-this-is-normal,” you’re not losing it. You’re waking up to a phenomenon called hypernormalization.

Playlist of the Week: 80s Dance Party

I'm pretty sure I've shared this one before, but it's worth resharing. When the world feels SO crazy and heavy, music and moving your body is one of the best defenses we have. So let Michael Jackson and Madonna (the one we loved as teens) lighten your mood and help you shake off the heaviness.

The July Issue of Illumine is here!

When I created this magazine, I had no idea I was creating a little pocket of magic... a refuge from the world. But that's EXACTLY why I do not do political stuff inside of it. It's because one day, when life moves closer to the highest good for all.... you'll be able to reflect on these pages with love instead of sadness.

So if you need a little escape from the world to remember your magic, the July issue is ready in either digital or print.

SPECIAL BONUS - this week when you buy 2 more more issues, you'll get a special gift tucked inside your order (which is a little extra magic if you're missing any back issues!) Offer ends Saturday, July 5th or while supplies last!

Sending you good vibes to stay grounded!

Love you.
Mean it.
Big time.