Happy New Year
A very happy pagan new year to all. May the year be filled with hope, prosperity, and-above all else-honesty.
A very happy pagan new year to all. May the year be filled with hope, prosperity, and-above all else-honesty.
Healing after abuse is not a fast or linear journey. Some days feel like freedom, others like starting over from the beginning. But each small step—each moment of choosing peace over pain—is proof that survival is slowly becoming life again.
Some promises need to be broken. Trauma bonding isn’t what you think it is. Love bombing is a bad thing. And the bad guys always win.
Just memoriesof things lostof things wantedbut never hadLancing across the mindstabbing into the heartpain in the torsosometimes in a waveall the way to the toesA
How do you know when resting becomes quitting? When is it okay to stop striving and just exist? I’ve spent my life pushing through crises, proving my worth, and achieving—always achieving. But now, maybe, I just want to be. Is that enough?
After years of striving for stability, life unraveled in 2021, leaving me once again in survival mode. A tough visit with my kids, an unexpected opportunity at dealer school, and a stint at Wal-Mart brought reflection, challenges, and a shot at reinvention.
Facing the challenges of transitioning away from a legal career, this article dives into the personal journey of overcoming adversity, self-discovery, and healing. With a focus on resilience and empowerment, the author navigates the complex landscape of family and mental health.
Exploring the paths of life, I reflect on Robert Frost’s ‘The Road Not Taken.’ Initially conforming to societal norms, I chose a conventional road, only to find it soul-draining. Revisiting my crossroads, I now embrace a less traveled path, filled with challenges and unexpected joys, pursuing a future shaped by heart, not convention.
In this raw and personal narrative, I explore my journey through hardship and illusion – from struggling with poverty and toxic relationships to confronting a hurricane alone. This memoir-like blog post uncovers the depths of emotional resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of a life that truly reflects my worth and dreams
Change is in the air, and for me, the album Mad Season is the soundtrack of transformation. This music pushes me to introspect, break down complexities, and reassemble myself for new paths. Revisiting this album brings clarity, even as I reflect on life’s pivotal moments and decisions.