Author Archives: Xiaoyu Zheng

Count Down

By | May 29, 2023

The process of pairing down reveals the truth about who I am and who I aspired to be. The philosophy books, the self help books, the business books… I am saying goodbye to them all.The books I decide to carry with me are books of poetry and my journals. So many journals. I have not… Read More: Count Down »

Huns & Commitment

By | April 23, 2023

My generational trauma work has led me to discuss my lineage with my parents. Some things get revealed. My ancestors are Huns. They were nomadic warriors and great horsemen. According to history, they were ruthless and terrorized Europe and the Roman Empire in the 4th and 5th centuries A.D. First, I am surprised that my… Read More: Huns & Commitment »

Fire

By | April 19, 2023

Fire has a natural allure to me. I understand why. It will burn down everything except what’s true. It keeps me warm and safe and enthused. I told my therapist six years ago. I lost my fire. Where is my fire? I want my bright blue fire back. I also understand why I lost my… Read More: Fire »