CNN Friendships Piece

To be filed under Things I Didn't Expect to Happen This Year. You may recall that a couple of months ago CNN reached out to ask if I could write a rapid response piece in the wake of the Atlanta hate crimes. I wrote that piece in a matter of hours and it was emotionally grueling and also a new professional challenge. It meant so much to me to hear from people who shared that the piece helped them move conversations forward in their families and communities.

Well, I'm delighted to share that I am writing for CNN's new Life, But Better section; which will feature reporting on “information and tools that inspire and challenge us to lead better lives." This is basically the lane I live and breathe and love and I am so honored.

My first piece is on friendships; something that has been on my mind a lot especially during the pandemic. I hope you enjoy it.