A Porch in County Mayo: Reflections on Nature, Capitalism, and Coming Home

A Porch in County Mayo: Reflections on Nature, Capitalism, and Coming Homeby: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 16/03/2026

A reflective moment from a treehouse in County Mayo exploring nature, capitalism, belonging, and the quiet wisdom that calls us back to our best selves.

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A Porch in County Mayo: Reflections on Nature, Capitalism, and Coming Home

When Shared Moments Fracture: Why “We” Still Matters

When Shared Moments Fracture: Why “We” Still Mattersby: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 10/02/2026

A trauma-informed reflection on the Super Bowl halftime show, shared space, and why refusing division is essential to protecting our collective humanity.

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When Shared Moments Fracture: Why “We” Still Matters

Belonging, Understanding, and the Courage to See Clearly

Belonging, Understanding, and the Courage to See Clearlyby: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 09/02/2026

A justice-centered reflection on belonging, loneliness, fear, and how trauma-informed care, curiosity, and dignity help us reconnect and heal.

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Belonging, Understanding, and the Courage to See Clearly

Finding Warmth in the Cold: Why We Need Each Other Right Now

Finding Warmth in the Cold: Why We Need Each Other Right Nowby: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 01/02/2026

When the world feels heavy and isolating, shared presence reminds us: we’re not imagining it. This reflection explores belonging, grief, and care.

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Finding Warmth in the Cold: Why We Need Each Other Right Now

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