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Finding Confidence in Public Speaking
I believe that most of us have performed on stage or given a speech at some point in our lives. For me, I’ve done both. Was it by choice? Sometimes—most of the time,…
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Understanding the Fear of Being Seen
There’s a strange tension that I’ve carried for as long as I can remember. It’s the feeling of wanting to be seen and wanting to disappear. I’ve spent a long time trying to…
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Debunking Myths About Mental Health
I’ve been misunderstood most of my life. I’ve always felt different, and like I didn’t belong or fit in anywhere. Depression has been a heavy weight for me. To top it off, I…
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Finding Peace in Letting Go of the Past
I’ve held on to so many things in my life—old friendships that faded mistakes I couldn’t forgive myself for, and situations I thought I could fix if I just tried harder. I used to…
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The Power of Words: How Labels Shape Our Lives
Some words fade with time. They slip out of your memory. But then there are the ones that cling to you. Whether you want them to or not. Words that replay in your mind years later, in…
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The Impact of Anticipation Anxiety
I don’t think I have one single moment that stands out when it comes to anticipation—because I deal with anticipation anxiety almost every day. It never fails. Even something as small as knowing…
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Navigating Anxiety: My Journey to Healing
At the moment, I’m feeling very anxious. My heart is racing rapidly. My mind feels numbed. My body, tired. Nothing happened in particular today, it’s just something overwhelming came over me. My anxiety gets heavier as the…
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The Joy of Everyday Curiosity and Exploration
I’ve always been a curious person. I’m very intrigued by the world around me, and what to know as much as possible. I’m always wondering: How does that work?Why is it built that way?What does…
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Rediscovering Creativity Through Struggles
When the Words Disappeared There was a time when an unbearable weight of depression landed on my shoulders. I’m not quite sure what triggered it, but it hit me like a ton of bricks. I…
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Finding Meaning in Typical Days
For me, most days are typical. Not necessarily in a bad way. They’re just predictable and repetitive. Right now, my day’s not even over, but I know how the rest of it will go. I stick…
