I absolutely loathe paperwork! It’s downright annoying and gets in the way of actual productivity. Why on earth do I have to fill out 20,000 forms before I’m able to assist a hungry person? Working as a humanitarian is beyond frustrating at times, and it profoundly hurts my soul. Another issue I’ve witnessed repeatedly is … More Scattered Thoughts
Everything gets better with age, honestly. The maturity, financial freedom, and ability to not care about people’s perceptions and opinions of you are pretty exhilarating, to say the least. I cannot believe I am writing this, but even my relationship with my parents has gotten better. There is a quiet understanding mixed with mutual respect … More Freedom
I’m overwhelmed by the uncertainty of the future, which is quite daunting. This year has been filled with many changes, and I’m still struggling to adjust. Right now, my mind is occupied with just getting through each day. I can’t even fathom what the next four years in the US might look like, and the … More Getting By?
I have been trying to live a more sustainable lifestyle for the past few years. While I spent a significant amount of my life in the Caribbean, where items are often repurposed, most meals are home-cooked, households typically have only one or two cars and electronic devices are used for extended periods, I now find … More Use, Use, Reuse!
You don’t have to say what you did….. I found about him. The impact of this sentence on my entire being is profound. I have been working as a therapist since last year, including the 700 hours of free labor I put in as an intern. It’s been a roller coaster ride, to say the … More Re-Settings? Anyone?
For the past few years, fall has been my favorite season. I love how I can dress up and repurpose my clothes in so many different ways. The rich brown colors of fall complement the falling leaves beautifully. The weather is no longer humid, but it’s not cold either. I enjoy taking long walks and … More Layers Layers, More layers… Or Not?
Les amis, je vous vois et j’entends. Plusieurs d’entre vous se sentent négligés parce que le blog est souvent publié en anglais. Bien que le plate-form offre la possibilité de traduction, je comprends que vous vous sentiez quelque part délaissés. Ceci dit, ma relation avec la langue française a progressé ces dernières années, cependant sur … More A la Recherche de l’Oubli
Red White and Royal Blue………………. I was deeply moved by this entire book and found the audiobook version fantastic. As a mental health therapist during Pride month, I feel it’s essential for me to understand the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community and how societal norms and prejudices can be incredibly painful for those who … More Not so Clear Minded
Trigger Warnings! In many of my previous blog posts, I have mentioned that I am not in a lighthearted mood, so I cannot promise any fun and enjoyable content. Especially not when my friends are fleeing from one township to another in Haiti with their babies and parents who have worked so hard and have … More Business as Usual? For WHO?
What a beautiful day to be a black woman! That simple statement could have filled my heart. After a much-needed break, I’m reflecting on the past few years and wondering how I managed everything. Graduating early this year from a mental health program while struggling with my own mental health concerns has been a real … More Air Please
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