A woman whom I have never met has been spreading unflattering and unfounded rumours about me, weaving a narrative that is both hurtful and completely baseless. She has actively tried to discourage new acquaintances from pursuing a friendship with me, leveraging her influence over our mutual social circles, as we socialize with some of theContinue reading “A Reflection On My Personal Growth”
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So I Painted My Pantry…Who Knew It Would Be So Triggering?
A not-so-monumental task that should have only taken a weekend took a whole week to complete. I wasn’t prepared for how triggering it would be. As I dove into the project, I was flooded with unwanted memories and feelings left from a fifteen-year tumultuous marriage to a mentally abusive narcissist. Each step I took feltContinue reading “So I Painted My Pantry…Who Knew It Would Be So Triggering?”
Are Exes Really Horrible People?
The short answer is probably not. I mean, there are indeed horrible people in the world, and their actions can leave a lasting impact on others; don’t get me wrong. However, it’s important to recognize that most people are not as bad as they may seem at times. Many individuals are capable of change, growth,Continue reading “Are Exes Really Horrible People?”
Riding The Menopause Rollercoaster
I’ve officially entered the menopause funhouse! On one side, I’m free from the monthly bleeding circus and the misery of cramps—thank you, universe! I can finally pack my bags for spontaneous weekend getaways without calculating my cycle or carry around stash of feminine products like a secret agent. On the flip side, I’m now onContinue reading “Riding The Menopause Rollercoaster”
I Don’t Have To Conform To Your Idea Of Beauty To Be Beautiful
This is my bold proclamation. The “Your” I’m invoking is none other than myself; I am “Your.” I am the “Your” who has been bombarded with the message that perfectly spaced eyes, sculpted cheekbones, and luscious lips define beauty. I am the “Your” who fell for the lie that to be desirable, I must beContinue reading “I Don’t Have To Conform To Your Idea Of Beauty To Be Beautiful”
Beauty Standards Say What?
I’m tired of the standard of beauty for women being hairless twigs. This image of what we should look like is advertised to us relentlessly, infiltrating our lives through social media, magazines, and even mainstream movies, and as a result, our self-worth takes a nosedive. The pressure to conform to this unrealistic standard stifles individualityContinue reading “Beauty Standards Say What?”
My Phoenix Rising 