I know how this sounds. I've been listening to people who don't exist. The strange part is... they've been teaching me how to write.
Tag: mental health
Quietly Becoming Obsessed
I can’t seem to turn my brain off anymore.
My Son Has More Confidence Than I Ever Will
I reread emails five times wondering if I sound weird. Meanwhile this tiny man walks into rooms like he pays the mortgage, stares me down, refuses every request, and genuinely believes cruise ships belong to him.
A Very Reasonable Amount of Thinking
I tried to relax. Then I spent the rest of the time evaluating whether I was doing it correctly, and what that says about me.
Out of Office (Mentally First, Physically Soon)
There’s a stretch of time before a vacation where you stop being a fully reliable person. I’m in that stretch now.
The Strange Kindness of Boring Days
I used to chase exciting days. Now I treasure the ones that just… work. What’s your “good day” lately?
The Myth of Soon
I keep telling myself things will slow down soon. I'm starting to think this IS the slow part.
I Was Tired for a Long Time
I didn’t wake up burned out. I woke up tired for a long time and kept telling myself that was just the job. I showed up, pushed through, did what needed doing, and slowly became someone I didn’t recognize.. If you care deeply for animals and feel constantly on edge, short, or exhausted — this is for you.
Ten Years (Apparently)
A decade of writing, procrastinating, and deleting more sentences than I care to admit—celebrated slightly late because, of course, I forgot the date.
Be Brave Enough to Be Bad
Being terrible at something in front of your kid might be the bravest thing you do today.
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