Hi, I’m Erica Chidi…
Soft Boundaries is my personal newsletter.
It’s an exploration of the things that capture my attention, the things I’ve figured out, and the practices that help me keep softening.
I send out Soft Boundaries once a month. It might be a personal essay, a recommendation, a conversation with someone I admire, or all of the above.
For the past 15 years, I’ve worked at the intersection of health, culture, media, and technology. I began as a full-spectrum doula and health educator, co-founded and sold a women’s health education company called LOOM, and now serve as the SVP of Brand & Editorial Content at Refinery29 Unbothered.
Through my creative studio, ISE ISE, I also advise startups, consult on innovation strategy, and develop television and film projects.
I’m also the author of Nurture, have contributed to The New York Times and Vogue and co-hosted The goop Podcast from 2021–2023, which was a delight.
What do you get as a free subscriber?
Access to a small selection of essays.
What do you get if you upgrade to paid?
Everything I send, plus invites to offline events.
Here’s what paid subscribers are saying:
You are a truth teller, and I need help in this chaotic world.”
— Elizabeth G, paid subscriber
“Your writing has always spoken to me as both a healthcare provider and woman. Your awareness of both self and community is so well expressed in an age where loneliness and chronic stress abounds. Plus, you’re funny and relatable! Happy to have found this.”
— Johanna Hanley, paid subscriber
Paying for Soft Boundaries allows me to spend more time on it, so if you find what I share helpful—upgrade whenever it feels right.
Questions, ideas or just want to say hi? Head over here and leave me a note.
🧡🍊
Erica
