Born Loved

Born Loved | Lighthouse LettersIn this episode, I reflect on turning 30 (wild!) and what it means to be seen—really seen—not just by others, but by myself. I talk about the joy of hosting friends in a space I’ve made my own, the magic of soup dumplings (yes, they made me cry), and why I gave out personalized headshots instead of loot bags at my birthday party.I fled capitalism for a day and went to a bird sanctuary (highly recommend), started planting things on my balcony (I've managed not to kill the Pothos I've had for 4 years so I'm graduating to strawberries!), and downloaded the Merlin Bird ID app because it’s basically Pokémon Go but for birds—and also, your nervous system will thank you.We also get into media diets, crafting, friendship, and the kind of love that doesn't need to be earned. Inspired by a photo of a newborn, I ask: When did we forget we were born loved? This episode is a soft nudge to remember that your existence alone is reason enough to be cherished. No achievements required.As always: sleep well, drink lots of water, and tell the people you love—you love them.