About Elizabeth
I’m a self-love evangelist on a mission to uplift AAPI voices and change the narrative that women have been told about success and happiness.
After achieving success in the ways I thought would bring me happiness like graduating Summa Cum Laude from Tufts University with a B.S. in Quantitative Economics and Community Health and reaching a six-figure salary at a hot Silicon Valley start-up where I could drink #allthekombuchaontap, I realized I was trying to win a game I didn’t even want to play. I struggled with an eating disorder, my anxiety was through the roof, I had exactly zero minutes for self-care, and was really f*cking tired of leaning in.
I said goodbye to my decade-long career in corporate to pursue my master’s degree at Columbia University in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Spirituality and Mind-Body practices and an advanced certification in Sexuality, Women and Gender. While at Columbia, my work around burnout and perfectionism in corporate women and the science of happiness was given the honor of "Distinction in Research and Creative Work." I have since dedicated my career to empowering women, amplifying the stories of my AAPI sisters, teaching about emotional and spiritual wellness, and changing the rules of the game.
When I’m not writing (or trying to smash the patriarchy), you can find me dancing in the kitchen, digital nomading with my hubs, or binge-watching Schitt's Creek. The redwoods are my happy place.
Represented by: Margaret Danko at Paper Over Board (a division of the Irene Goodman Literary Agency)
Monday Vibes Values
TRUST
Trust in yourself, trust in the Universe, and
trust in the process of it all.
THE ESSENCE
WHAT IT MEANS
Life is full of twists and turns but when we
embrace the unknown and let go of
perfection, we open ourselves up to the
beauty in front of us.
CONNECTION
The journey is meant to be shared.
THE ESSENCE
WHAT IT MEANS
Spend time with people you love. Nurture your relationships. Give back to your community. Life is so much richer when we remember we are all in this together.
EMPOWERMENT
We are always in the driver’s seat of our own life.
THE ESSENCE
WHAT IT MEANS
No one gets to dictate how you live your life
but you. Time to ditch the shoulds, stop the
people-pleasing and quiet the little voice that
says “you can’t do this.”
JOY
Enjoy the little moments.
THE ESSENCE
WHAT IT MEANS
Life can feel like it moves a mile a minute.
Learning how to stop and enjoy the little
moments is the ultimate superpower.
LIFE LESSONS THAT SHAPED ME AND MY COMPANY
Left my 9—5 corporate job and moved to NYC to get my Masters in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Spirituality Mind Body from Columbia University,
Life lesson: Never give up on your dreams
Eating disorder. Anxiety. Trauma.
Received my 200 hr. yoga teacher training certification to begin to heal myself.
Life lesson: We have the power to rewrite our story
Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Tufts University with a BS in Quantitative Economics and Community Health. Pursued corporate life at high growth companies for the next decade.
Life lesson: Perfectionism comes at a price
Married the love of my life! Read how our love first sparked and watch our wedding video here
Life lesson: We are never done figuring out how to do life with someone else
Started The Woula® (my wedding doula business)
Life lesson: Not everyone is going to see your vision. Do it anyways.
Completed the ICF-accredited Beautiful You life coaching course. Began teaching live workshops and online classes.
Life lesson: Finding your soul's purpose involves prototyping and pivoting
Left my 9—5 corporate job and moved to NYC to get my master's degree in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Spirituality and Mind-Body Practices and an advanced certification in Sexuality, Women and Gender from Columbia University, Studied burnout and perfectionism in corporate women.
Life lesson: Never give up on your dreams
Started freelance writing and contributing to mainstream publications such as Thrive Global, Create & Cultivate, Talkspace, Bustle, Romper, Elite Daily, Brit + Co, and more for my expertise in women's mental health, perfectionism, healthy relationships, and the science of happiness,
Life lesson: There is nothing more empowering than sharing your truth.
Launched Monday Vibes™! Went all-in on building a media company centered around changing the narrative of what women have been told about success and happiness.
Life lesson: The patriarchy has gotta go.
Favorite Campfire Questions
1. WHAT ARE YOUR SUN/MOON/RISING SIGNS?
ARIES, SAGITTARIUS, VIRGO
2. WHO INSPIRES YOU AND WHY?
Chanel miller. She has a way of putting images and words to all of the feels I didn't even know I had. Plus, she's mixed like me!
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3. WHAT SONG PLUCKS A HEART-STRING?
“FREE” BY THE ZAC BROWN BAND (MY HUSBAND AND I CHOSE THIS FOR OUR FIRST DANCE SONG ON A ROAD TRIP 8 YEARS BEFORE WE GOT MARRIED!)
4. WHAT IS ONE THING YOU BELIEVE THAT OTHERS MAY NOT?
I'm tired of being told to lean in. I think it's time everyone just leans the F*ck out.
5. WHAT'S YOUR CURRENT TV OBSESSION?
the kdrama Crash landing on you!!! hell yes to celebrating asian love!
6. WHAT IS YOUR GO-TO KOMBUCHA FLAVOR?
GINGER LEMON
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