Hi, I’m Amanda 👋🏼
Thanks for stopping by! Whether you’re just passing through or revisit regularly, may this be a space for you to pause and absorb the richness of life—in both the messy and the mundane.
A few words to describe me:
mindful | heartfelt | insatiably curious
Professionally, I’m a registered nurse with experience in public health, hospice, and behavioral health. At my core, I’m a deeply-committed follower of Jesus and a storyteller intent on extracting the beauty in this world.
Here, I craft personal essays + reflections on building a flourishing society, drawing from lived and field experience.
A taste of what you might encounter:
explorations of trauma and healing
stories of healthcare and humanity
celebrations of play and beauty
Why Permission to Thrive?
The short answer:
For as long as I can remember, I’ve struggled to take up space. Writing has been a gift: a way to find my voice and lean into thriving.
In a world with so much agony and darkness, is there room for delight? This Substack exists as an unapologetic “yes.”
The long answer:
Currently the shorter answer. An origin story is in the works. Feel free to subscribe so you don’t miss it!
Here’s to finding beauty and goodness in unexpected places.
