Getting to Rewrite My Story
This week, I was watching the show "Survivor". One of the players on the show got me crying with a story that he shared regarding domestic violence. Not only did…
Self-Worth: What You Deserve
I have been in a period of reflection as we are coming up on 3 years since I left my abusive ex-husband. With that comes all the things that I…
Superpower of Healing
I have been onboarding a new staff member the past few weeks and he asked me a question. If you could have any superpower what would it be and why?…
Creating Ripples of Change
This week when I went to EMDR therapy, I talked with my therapist about moments that I have shared with others about my experiences. From moments with friends, to those…
What Chronically Ill People Want You to Know
This post is going to be different than my others because it is not based on just my story. In fact this post will be a collection of anecdotes from…
Defeating Shame Through Conversation
Shame is a feeling that is incredibly heavy. It is the feeling that often prevents us from talking about our experiences. Causing us to keep secrets from those around us.…
Celebrate Yourself!
As we come upon the start of a new year, it is often a time of reflection and celebration. A time when people look back on the year and assess…
Wedding Rings After Divorce
As of December 20, 2024, I have officially been divorced for 2 years and separated for 2 1/2 years. After taking a lot of time and working through the grief,…
Keep On Going!
This month is CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome) awareness month. CRPS is a rare and chronic condition with no cure. It can be difficult to keep going with this condition…
Perspective Change as a Domestic Violence Survivor
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. The photo above popped up in my social media memories and it really started to create a shift in perspective. The Importance of the…