A Sanctuary of Me
Today, I found myself reflecting deeply on everything that’s happened since my divorce… on my ex, on the kids, on the home I lost, and the self I found. It’s strange, in a painful, poetic kind of way. I didn’t
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What Gives You Direction in Life?
What gives you direction in life? Chaos gives me direction. I know—that probably sounds discomforting to most people. Even those who say they embrace the chaos still try to control it. But that’s the thing: you don’t control chaos. Chaos
Emotional Contagion:The Real Auras We Wear
Introduction You don’t need to believe in magic to know that people carry weather systems around with them. You’ve felt it. The moment someone walks into a room and the air changes. Science has a term for this: emotional contagion.
The Armor of My Oddthenticity: Healing Body Image & Self-Acceptance
I used to wear clothes that I claimed were out of comfort. Function over fashion. But that couldn’t have been further from the truth. The truth was, it brought me comfort in the mere fact that it hid the discomfort
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My Oddthentic Heart
Finding Sanctuary in a New Groove Sometimes, life takes us down paths we never anticipated, revealing hidden strengths and unexpected truths. I recently found myself navigating a deeply emotional experience, a journey that challenged my understanding of love, loss, and
Dancing in the Aisles: Relearning Joy
A Journey of Healing and Rediscovery The Rhythm of Everyday Joy Over the past few months, my kids have become my greatest teachers, reminding me of life’s simple joys. Their most impactful lesson? It’s perfectly acceptable to dance to the
The Man in the Mirror
Why Mental Autonomy Matters We hear a lot about bodily autonomy these days, and rightfully so. But what about mental autonomy? The freedom to explore your own thoughts and emotions, to challenge the expectations society throws at you, and to
Beyond People-Pleasing:
The True Cost of Altruism In the labyrinth of human experience, where the echoes of trauma reverberate through the chambers of our hearts, we often find ourselves navigating the treacherous terrain of altruism. We’re taught to be selfless, to prioritize
The Double Standard of Change:
The Mirror of Our Own Resistance Change is the ever-present dance of existence, swirling around us like a mischievous imp. While we accept subtle shifts in ourselves and others—often unnoticed until we look back—what happens when change becomes undeniable? Why
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