It’s been over a year since I’ve been able to walk unaided. For short distances, I rely on two walking canes, but for almost everything outside of the house, I...
Creative Writing & Self-Expression
Writing isn’t just about crafting stories—it’s a powerful way to process emotions, untangle thoughts, and make sense of experiences. Here, you’ll find pieces that blend creativity with personal reflection, exploring mental health, self-discovery, and everything in between. Whether it’s poetry, personal narratives, or open-ended prompts, this space is about using words to express what’s often hard to say out loud.
Art as Therapy: Expressing Emotions Through Creativity
In the journey of managing mental health, we often hear about therapy, medication, or mindfulness practices as effective tools. While these are undoubtedly important, there’s another powerful resource that often...
Communicating Your Needs Without Apology
It’s easy to get caught up in people-pleasing and forget that our needs matter too. This can lead to feelings of resentment and burnout. Learning to communicate what you need...
My Not So Great Experience in Pain Management Group and What I’m Going To Do Next
To be effectively managed, pain must be met and acknowledged. While I often bring lessons from my personal journey, I must admit I am always learning myself. Today, I’m reflecting...
Sometimes Your Heart Needs More Time to Accept What Your Mind Already Knows.
Sometimes, there is a peculiar discord between the mind and heart where the heart lags in accepting what the mind has long understood. This dichotomy forms the basis for internal...
Breaking the Chains of Internalized Ableism: Embracing Mobility Aids
Living with a disability can be a journey marked by continuous adaptation and self-awareness, especially when it comes to the use of mobility aids. The decision to use a wheelchair,...
Control: A Double-Edged Sword Within Ourselves
Control serves as a crucial aspect that each of us possesses within ourselves. It offers a sense of power and stability, guiding us through our everyday lives. While having control...
Poem: Path of Pain
Pain, a constant companion,A shadow that never leaves,It lingers in the bones, the muscles,Reminds me what I can’t achieve. I try to push through pain,To live my life, to feel...
A Poem About Guilt
I apologize for taking up space,For existing in this time and place.For every breath I take, every step I make,I feel guilty for the room I take.I try to shrink...