My Philosophy

Every human being possesses innate wisdom, knowledge, and gifts meant for sharing with the world. The adolescent stage of life is a pivotal, transitional moment where these intrinsic qualities are activating physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually through the physiological change of puberty and the psychological shift into adulthood. This maturation process is greatly aided by guidance from elders, mentors, auntie/uncle figures, family and other community members who have crossed this threshold themselves. 

With the right environment, encouragement, and opportunities, these innate abilities and qualities can find their proper expression in the world, and young people can successfully transition into the realm of adulthood. The role of the mentor in this process is to see the inherent potential housed in the adolescent child and help wake that up. An adolescent or young adult who awakens and nurtures this potential, embraces their unique set of challenges and blessings, and chooses to live with an open orientation to life is someone who is firmly and fully standing on the earth.