Both/And is a concept that has been impactful in my life and work. It often seems like our world and the systems we operate in are full of labels and absolutes. But extremes are hard to sustain and make feeling a sense of balance and wellness difficult. Rigidity keeps us stuck and limits us from seeing life the way it really is. And it only increase sadness and worry.

Both/And expands our thinking to consider different possibilities; that two or more things can but true at once. Both/And shows us that there are more expansive ways to look at things and more gentle ways to live. More than one way to solve problems and more than one way to see a situation. It honors the complexities of being human and the spectrum of experiences. It cultivates a sense of openness and curiosity, and it allows for change and growth. It is a catalyst in healing.

What areas of your life could use some Both/And?