The Journey To Discovering Me In My 20s
byGrowing up, my life was very structured. I lived in a small town with little room for adventure and excitement. I had nice friends…
And She Rose
How Emergency Surgery Helped Me Fall Back In Love With My Body
byLooking back now, I can’t remember a time when I haven’t had society’s “ideal” shape, weight, size, and body image thrust at me. I…
Here’s Why Black History Month Needs A Makeover
byBlack History Month is awkward. I know, I’m not supposed to say that. As a Black woman fortunate enough to be alive and not…
Why Autistic Women Are Misdiagnosed And How I Learned To Embrace My Condition
byI remember it all too well, the day I received my diagnosis. After multiple meetings with a psychiatrist following my constant self-harming and suicidal…
The Real Work is the Work You Do On Yourself
byIs that me wallowing over another failed interview because I let anxiety shine through yet again? You know that quiver you get when you…
I Am More Than My Body
byWhy wasn’t I enough? It’s the question that constantly lingers. Through all the heartache and exploring, I always circle back to why I was…
I Will No Longer Live A Double Life At Work To Please You
byI have two lives. I am different than the other women I work with. That is unless they also have double lives, and they,…
Everything Starts Within You
byWelcome back, your majesty. I’m sorry they hurt you, child. I am sorry you let them. Trusting, forgiving, compassion is not weakness. True strength…
Do You Remember What You Did That Night?
byI don’t ever want to see you drunk again. When you’re sober, you’re the perfect man. You’re everything I ever wanted. Nine out of…
I Am Slowly Learning To Love & Respect Myself
byI was 15 years old when I took my first painkiller for period pain. It started an addiction that culminated in me nearly dying…