Productivity Paradox: it’s okay to do nothing
I often catch myself saying the phrase “I am a human being, not a human doing.” I know it is tremendously cliche, but it really does hold a ton of weight when you really think about it; the purpose of this post is literally just to outline the simple fact that: It is absolutely okay…
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It’s Not Personal, it’s just my Peace
Something I have learned in 2025 is to stop taking everything personally. In fact, I am hoping to master this by the beginning of 2026; this mindset makes such a critical difference in every aspect of life, it possesses immediately tangible results. When something occurs that I do not find favorable, I no longer respond…
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The Turning Point: Just One Decision
Have you ever noticed that some people are just magnetic to all the good things life has to offer? Some would call them “lucky” or say they were “dealt a good hand.” After really pondering over this for some time now, I think it ultimately just comes down to one simple thing. They made a…
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The Intimidating Unknown
There have been many times where I’ve felt helpless to my own future. As is the purpose of this blog, I live optimistically and maintain a sunny disposition through most of my life. But there are moments where doubt creeps in, or fear whispers beneath the surface. I know fully that I could wake up…
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“You Don’t Look Sick”
To be questioned when you’re struggling invisibly adds an additional layer of pain to the “unfortunate nonsense” cake. A gentle reminder that we don’t know the full scope of what anyone else is experiencing in their lives, so it’s best not to make negative assumptions. Living with an invisible illness comes with a territory I…
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Being Alone does not equal Lonely
I proudly identify as an enigma of a human being when it comes to my personality and passions; I don’t fit into many molds or social settings but always enjoy the energy that comes from those times and places, even when I can’t personally relate to the discussions. Something I’ve realized about myself is that…
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Fighting the Gargoyles & Integrating the Shadows
While everyone faces their own unique inner demons, a Chronic Illness diagnosis amplifies those demons to an extreme degree. For years, I felt “less than” or even unworthy of happiness because I felt like damaged goods. I personally like to refer to my demons as the Gargoyle on my shoulder that whispers utter nonsense into…
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Prioritizing what’s Important
My sister once said to me, “People prioritize the things that are important to them” and it’s stuck in my mind ever since. Like onions, it turns out that motivating statements can also have layers; in the last few weeks, I’ve stuck to this one liner as I always do, but have opened my eyes…
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Moon Magic
Whether you are religious, spiritual, something in between, or none of it at all – it doesn’t really matter. At the end of the day, we are all interconnected and living organisms that are indeed influenced by “the weather,” AKA, Moon News as I like to call it. Even if you read this intro and…
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Chronically Joyful 