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Join me as I explore psychology, mental health, and the meaning we make from life

Feb 23, 2024 • Jor-El Caraballo

You Need Not Fear Softness

Emotional armor can also be a prison

Jan 14 • Jor-El Caraballo

Holding Yourself in a World That Keeps Grabbing

Notes on self-possession

Dec 30, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

My new book, Mindful Meditations for Black Men is available January 6, 2026!

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Dec 23, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

Holiday Heartbreak

Helpful reminders if you're not feeling so merry and bright

Dec 17, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

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Give the Gift of Healing

As we are now firmly in the holiday season I thought I’d switch things up a bit and offer up some ideas if you’re looking for healing-centered gift…

Dec 9, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

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Unboxing my new shadow work deck

Nov 25, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

A Gratitude Practice to Feel GLAD

Here's your practical tip for more positivity while giving thanks

Nov 24, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

Don't Throw the Baby Out with the Bathwater

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Nov 11, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

My New Shadow Work Self-Reflection Deck

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Nov 6, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

The Paradox of Trust

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Oct 29, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

Sunday Stack: Writers Speak

Here's what has moved me lately

Oct 26, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

What Brought Me to the Shadows

And what shadow work means to me

Oct 22, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

Embracing Ambiguity and Living Life's Questions

Reflections on releasing the pressure of certainty in an uncertain world

Oct 14, 2025 • Jor-El Caraballo

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