Had you told me two days earlier that this would have been Christmas, I would have screamed in worried agony. I would have called it a failure and seen my biggest fear become a reality.
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Tag: mental health
Going Through Some Stuff
You’re here, but your thoughts are a million miles away. One day, you’ll be up to talk about what that is. But that day is not today.
It’s Alright. It’s O.K.
Sure, there were times that I was wrong. It wasn’t every time, though.
The Voices In My Head
They can influence you, steer you, and try to mold you into what direction they want you to take. Ultimately, though, the destination you reach is yours alone.
For Those Facing A Depressing Holiday Season
It’s the type of thing that most of us might be afraid to talk about – myself included. So let’s talk about it.
Judged, But Still Standing
Even if I convince them of the truth today, they’ll just believe another lie tomorrow.
You Can’t Change Anyone But Yourself
I may have enlightenment, but that’s a very different thing than having control.
New Me, Old Me, Both Me
OK. Great. Now I have to fight this guy and the ice cream is going to melt.
Inner Peace, Outer Turmoil
Zen’s great. But sometimes it’s OK to be like, “What the…?!”
I Didn’t Think I’d Live This Long
In my head, I was forever 21 and reaching middle age just didn’t seem to fit with my persona.
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