Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Stay In Your Own Lane
byAs children, we are often taught that the world is our oyster. The message is, we can do what we want if we work…
And She Rose
I Refused To Acknowledge My Mental Health Out Of Fear Of Being Labeled “Dramatic”
byBy the time I climbed into bed that evening, I could stamp the day with two facts: First, it was the beginning of “Mental…
We Are All Mother Nature
byIt’s easy now, thanks to Mother Nature. Love. It’s easy for me to sit here and tell you how I’ve finally found it. I’ve…
Coming Of Age And Coming Out
byI’m a genderfluid lesbian whose pronouns are she/they. It took a while to get to this point of confidence and comfort within myself. But…
I Don’t Have The Life I Thought I Would But I Have A Life I Love
byFrom a very young age, I had my entire life planned out. I was going to be married by twenty-one, have children by twenty-two,…
When You Feel Helpless, Know There Is Hope
byThe memory of my deepest depression still sends shivers through my spine. I was sitting in my room on a sunny August morning after…
Everything Changes The Moment You Choose Yourself
byGrowing up, we are taught to be selfless. Some people grow to be really confident and strong-minded, naturally putting themselves first and following their…
To The Women Of India: Rise Today
byA woman beaten to death by her own family because she refused to quit school, get married, and stop wearing jeans. Two women brutally…
A Love Letter To The Wise Old Women In My Life
byI started a new book entitled When Things Fall Apart. It is not the most riveting book, and I’m familiar with most of the…
My Traumatic Childhood Is Always With Me, But I Have Love, Hope & Faith
byThey say that moms are supposed to be your example, shape your world and guide your soul. Well, I guess mine did… just not…