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Sub Umeris

A blog about losing your mind and finding your “self.”

By Alexandra Wark

· Launched a year ago

Pleasure Project

An invitation to romanticize your ordinary days

Jun 21•Alexandra Wark


Lessons on "Home"

Six poems that trace the long way back to self
May 14•Alexandra Wark


The Next Best Step

You don't have to have it all figured out. Start with what's in front of you.
Apr 5•Alexandra Wark


What a humming bird taught me about self-worth

On altitude, identity, and the things that don't change
Feb 26•Alexandra Wark


The Art of Community (as demonstrated by rom-coms)

on motion, belonging, and the life happening outside your door
Feb 22•Alexandra Wark


Unconditional Peace

Finding peace amidst chaos, that's our superpower
Feb 14•Alexandra Wark


How a Pilates class taught me that purpose may be simpler than we think

On weaving meaning into ordinary, everyday things
Feb 11•Alexandra Wark


When You and Your Job No Longer Recognize Each Other

I've changed and corporate America hasn't
Jan 31•Alexandra Wark


I bought a Patagonia Parka instead of an Aritzia Super Puff

My sustainability rampage
Jan 14•Alexandra Wark


The Gray Area

A learning vs. achievement mindset
Oct 29, 2025•Alexandra Wark