Column / May 2026
Because the longing to belong to a tribe is real. I have been mulling over this question of language for a long time, because it is not a simple decision after 15 years, when you want to communicate in a way that feels close, honest and authentic, while also taking care of the relationships you have built outside your immediate circle at home. Most of all I think what I feel is the fear of rejection from the tribe, and that is a very real fear.