Exploring the fabric of our stories one character at a time.
Exploring the fabric of our stories one character at a time.
Exploring the fabric of our stories one character at a time.
Today in the US, we are celebrating Thanksgiving. It is a time to reflect on what you are thankful for in your life. But for me, these last few years have been a roller coaster ride. It has left me thankful for so little and so much. The last few years have taught me that in a moments notice, your life can change. The life you have been living for so many years, is no longer and now you have a new reality. And it is not just your life that is impacted. Thankful for now So, this year, I …
A click, a snap, in a flash, or a blink. In a second, minute, or a tick of the clock. Life changes every second of every day. The past is the past. It was yesterday, an hour ago, and even a minute behind. But that second and that minute shaped our lives. It inched a way into our history, our personality. That history added a brick to our being. Becoming who we are today. The past thoughts I have heard people say things like, “don’t let your past define you.” Or how about this one, “I am the way I …
Today is Veteran’s Day. A day to honor all of those men and women past, present, and future that have given up their comforts of home to go to an unknown location and fight for the freedom we, as citizens, enjoy every day. A sacrifice for the nation of children, working class citizens, generations of love and peace. So many choose to leave family and friends home to gear up and risk everything. It is also a day to honor the families and friends at home, scared, proud, and strong. These are people that stay home to continue the legacy …
I can’t believe that I am coming up to my 1-year anniversary of writing this blog on mental health. It was this time last year I was taking the steps to create this site. I know I do not have many followers right now, but that is okay. Because I have followers. I have people around the world that take a minute to visit my site, read my stories, share my thoughts. That alone, is amazing. The Why About Mental Health I have been asked why I focus on mental health so much and how did I get started in …
Halloween is just around the corner. Children of all ages are dressed up in their favorite characters. Some are cute and adorable. Others are scary and grotesque. Silly ones with colors and designs. Girls with pretty dresses and boys with swords and masks. A time to look like something else, pretend you are someone else. A chance to wear a mask from the world. Behind the mask How often do you walk around, going about your day, when you see a coworker or a friend and suddenly you are standing straighter, smiling a little more, or quickly quieter? A subtle …
Two words that have the opportunity to bring heartache, stress, and despair. Just two small words that can also bring new ideas, change, and hope. How can these two words be so powerful? You are faced with a decision that is too big to make on a whim, when your friend says, “yeah, but what if…” Those words break open a new way of thinking. And sometimes, that way of thinking can lead to uncertainty. DOUBT Your boss comes up to you with a new project that will be presented in front of the owners of the company. They asked …
It is that time of the year when the candy comes out. All of the cakes and cookies baked to perfection. Don’t forget the decadent and savory meals prepared for family and friends to feast on. Comfort foods are sprinkled throughout our lives to help carry us through all of those hard times. But did you know there are foods that can make you feel good and foods that can make you feel bad…naturally? Foods of the body I am not going to bore you with all of the medical and chemical descriptions of how our bodies work. But think …
A container of ice cream with a big spoon, a helping of chocolate fudge cake, or gooey cheese pizza full of your favorite toppings. How about a glass of wine, a cup of tea, or a tumbler of your favorite alcoholic drink? A plate of cheesy mac n’ cheese, a bowl full of spicy wings, or a platter of seafood placed in front of you. Do I have your mouth watering yet? How does all of these foods and drinks make you feel? How comfortable are you really when you indulge in comfort food? What is comfort food You have …
The summer, beach weather is coming to an end. The holidays are approaching with all the rich food and celebrations. There are points throughout the year that seem to push us to look at ourselves in the mirror and ask, “Am I happy?” Personal image, internal emotions, support from loved ones, and the desire to care are put on display. A deep look into our mind, body, and soul reflected and stripped bare. At the beginning At the beginning of the year, we believe that we need to be better than we were the prior year. It is no wonder …
We are coming to the end of September. The focus on suicide prevention stepping to the side…for now. But, with all the talk and ads of suicide, PTSD, depression, and more, I want to turn today into a positive view. A chance to see some more pleasant and happier thoughts. To breathe from the day’s events. Weighing Down I have been struggling with many areas of my life that have weighed on me. Family, friends, work, school, and personal. Strain and stress piling up that there were times I just wanted to shut down from the world. Turn my mind …