Alcohol, Marriage, Personal Growth and More
Refusing to Settle. Choosing Peace. Living Free.
For years, I’ve been caught in an emotional whirlwind, wrestling with a deeply personal decision:Do I keep fighting for a marriage that’s carved painful and permanent scars? Or do I finally summon the courage to step away and reclaim my life? Writing this isn’t just therapeutic—it’s my reminder, my accountability, and maybe a lifeline to... Continue Reading →
We could all point to countless things that have been difficult, painful, or even traumatic in our lives. And frankly—sadly—that’s just life. Our suffering isn’t unique, but it is ours. And it’s real. If you haven’t hit a storm yet, just wait—your turn will come. Each of us carries our own story. What I had... Continue Reading →
My therapist recently gave me an exercise to help clarify what truly matters to me—to reconnect with who I am at my core. After more than a decade of emotional and verbal abuse, I’ve been left rebuilding everything: my thoughts, my feelings, my sense of self. If you’ve never experienced this kind of abuse, that... Continue Reading →
For years, I didn’t realize I was being emotionally and verbally abused. There were no bruises, no screaming fights. Just constant tension, confusion, and the slow erosion of my sense of self. It was the perfect example of death by a 1000 cuts. Eye rolls, snapping of fingers, walking away, the criticism disguised as advice,... Continue Reading →
We could all point to countless things that have been difficult, painful, or even traumatic in our lives. And frankly—sadly—that’s just life. Our suffering isn’t unique, but it is ours. And it’s real. If you haven’t hit a storm yet, just wait—your turn will come. Each of us carries our own story. What I had... Continue Reading →
Why I’m Not Like Most People - I don’t chase fake happiness or pretend life’s all good vibes and vision boards (which I have). I question everything, maybe even to a fault (even questioning my neurosurgeon!). Purpose, pain, the point of it all. I’ve been through hell in ways most people keep quiet about. I... Continue Reading →
For a long time, I asked myself if I was just too sensitive. If I was overreacting. Maybe I was the problem. I questioned myself constantly. I doubted myself. I lied to myself, saying, “It’s not really that bad,” because that’s what years of emotional and verbal abuse can do. It doesn’t always leave bruises.... Continue Reading →
What is obesity, really?Obesity isn’t a feeling—it’s a measurable health risk. Medically, a person is considered obese when their Body Mass Index (BMI) is 30 or above. That’s not subjective. It’s a globally accepted standard tied to higher risks of diabetes, heart disease, and early death. You can calculate your own BMI using this CDC... Continue Reading →
Some people talk about their wake-up call like it was a slow realization, a series of small moments adding up until one day, they just knew. That wasn’t my story. Mine hit me in the days following my release from the hospital. Going home on blood thinners, with follow-up appointments scheduled with a neurosurgeon, was... Continue Reading →
Coming Back Stronger It’s been a long time since I’ve posted, and honestly, I wasn’t sure if I ever would again. But after everything I’ve been through, I know one thing for sure, I’m not the same person who started this blog two years ago. This past year has been hard, yes. But the truth... Continue Reading →
Alcohol, Marriage, Personal Growth and More 