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When you subscribe to Landing Softly with Dr. Mariel, you’re making space to slow down, unclench your jaw, and feel a gentle emotional release.

This publication offers gentle, reflective letters that quiet the noise, both around you and within, and help you rediscover clarity, stillness, and a more mindful way of moving through the world.

Each note weaves in personal stories from my life…like tending to my garden or learning to pause at 40…and offers simple, grounding practices to support a life that feels more aligned, spacious, and unhurried.

Think of it as your soft landing place: a quiet reminder to notice, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most.


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Psychologist, bestselling author, and scientist. Here, you will find research-backed writing at the intersection of generational trauma, neurodivergent affirming care, neurobiology, culture, and embodied psychology.