Shrapnel through my lower lip. An open flesh wound surrounding a hollow, metal rod. Contrast this with the surgical precision the piercer used; one sharp pinch and then another. Snakebite piercings. I found these two contrasts to be poetic—how this type of self-inflicted injury could also be a beautiful way to express yourself. img_6777 I’veContinue reading "How a Piece of Metal Through My Face Helped Me Find Myself"
The Buddhist Concept of Anicca and How It Relates to Emotional Regulation
What can anicca teach us about emotions?
Bloom and Bearable – Two of My Favorite Mental Health Apps
With the rise of mental health apps, I've been trying out these new methods to approach self-improvement. Amaru, which I’ve talked about before, is still an app I use almost daily for goal-setting and self-care. I also discovered another app, called Finch, that has been helpful to me in the past few months--but we'll tackleContinue reading "Bloom and Bearable – Two of My Favorite Mental Health Apps"
Journal Prompts for Practicing Gratitude Toward Material Possessions (Plus, diving into anti-consumerism, minimalism, and more)
It's time to start thinking intentionally about consumerism--for me, that means inviting more gratitude into my life.
This Life Hack Literally Changed My Life
Okay, so, hear me out. 3 words: Random List Picker.
Getting Real Honest about Weight Gain + What to Do about It
It's time for a change. I'm starting now.
2022 (Anti) Retrospective: A Reality Check Letter to Myself
Are you tired yet of learning what people learned in 2022?
Amaru: Self-Care Virtual Pet App
Did the cute, cartoon animal pique your interest?
Note to Self: Stop Trying to Be Who You Were
Drunk on wishful thinking gets you nothing but a hangover.
Thoughts and Things: On Changes, Grieving Your Past Self, and Uncomfortable Familiarity
Do people ever really change? Am I capable of adapting once more?