There are years that feel loud, obvious, and eventful.And then there are years like 2025.Quieter on the surface, heavier underneath. This was not a year of spectacle for me. It was a year of shedding. In many ways, 2025 mirrored the energy of the Snake. Subtle. Strategic. Uncomfortable at times. Growth did not announce itself. [...]
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Finding My Voice Again: What the Last Four Months Taught Me
I didn’t plan to step away from writing for four months. I wanted to write. But life has a way of shaking things up and rearranging priorities. Between rebuilding a relationship, raising children, managing a team, pursuing an advanced degree, and navigating the tension of today’s social and political climate, there were days I barely [...]
When Winning Didn’t Feel Like Winning: A Lesson in Redefining Success
I know it’s been a while since I’ve posted, and I’ve missed this space more than I realized. Life has been moving fast, and I’ve been doing my best to keep up. But today, I want to share something real with you, a story about a “success” that didn’t feel like success at all and [...]
Being Your Own Best Friend
Relationships with others are significant, and we place a high value on them. Oftentimes, we put a lot of emphasis on maintaining a social life, being there for our loved ones, and investing in our relationships with others. But you can't forget about the most important relationship of all, the one with yourself. Cultivating a [...]
Overcoming the Hurdle of Overthinking
Overthinking is a common problem that affects many individuals. It's akin to a mental hamster wheel, a constant cycle of thoughts that can be difficult to break free from. I, too, have had overthinking from time to time, from replaying various scenarios in my head, giving too much thought about an incident that occurred at [...]
Intuitive Intuition 