You are the sum total of everything you’ve ever seen, heard, eaten, smelled, been told, forgot- it’s all there. Everything influences each of us, and because of that I try to make sure that my experiences are positive. Maya Angelou Every experience we have leaves … Continue reading Maya Angelou Quote
The Selfless Act of Self-Care: Nourishing Your Soul To Give More
Hello, fellow Muses! Today, I wanna talk about self-care, a topic that often gets misunderstood as a selfish act. Actually, self-care is one of the most selfless things you can do for yourself and others. As a wannabe philanthropist and a staunch advocate for positive … Continue reading The Selfless Act of Self-Care: Nourishing Your Soul To Give More
Radical Acceptance- The Art Of Accepting What Is
After my second mental break, I began DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to learn how to cope with choices I made that led to the one thing I couldn’t let happen again… and yet it did. How in the world would I survive this a second … Continue reading Radical Acceptance- The Art Of Accepting What Is
Happiness
Stop searching outside of yourself for what’s been there all along! Happiness isn’t a “place” to find or “things” to buy. Happiness is the radiant smile in your heart, the warmth of connection with others, and the joy of being content in the present moment. … Continue reading Happiness
I Love Blue
I love blue… splashed across the infinite sky,        the dark blueish-black of night,           to display the magic and wonder of stars burning bright.      As much as the gray of a stormy sky ~ or the chaos revealed in your calming blue eyes. Like the blue … Continue reading I Love Blue
Friedrich Nietzsche Quote
To live is to suffer; to survive is to find some meaning in the suffering. Friedrich Nietzsche Suffering is the easy part… the challenge arises in finding meaning in that suffering, and yet we do. We take something horrific and turn it into a light … Continue reading Friedrich Nietzsche Quote
I’m Sorry
After all these yearsI still want to convey my sorrow.For yesterday’s mistakes,and learn for tomorrows.But “sorry” never seems enough.For it could never truly convey;my visceral sadness, the beating I take, or how I bathe in my own pain. No, “sorry” could never show…All the scars … Continue reading I’m Sorry
I’m Bipolar, What’s Your Superpower?
Life is an intricate tapestry of experiences, emotions, and challenges that shape who we are. Among the many threads that weave this tapestry is Bipolar (Dis)order. F*ck it being a disorder, because that would imply it’s all bad. And, at this stage, that is a … Continue reading I’m Bipolar, What’s Your Superpower?
Inspiration Isn’t
Inspiration isn’t: perfection.It isn’t smiling for the camera,Or a fake display of positivity.Instead… inspiration is birthed of authenticity.Created from desperation,It is an eye witness of vulnerability.Inspiration isn’t: having all the answers before putting in the work.It isn’t speaking just to be heard,nor stringing together a … Continue reading Inspiration Isn’t
Thankful To Be Grateful- The Power Of Gratitude
In a world that often emphasizes what we lack, practicing gratitude can be a life-altering shift in perspective. Gratitude can transform our lives by allowing us to appreciate the present moment, find joy in the simple things, and cultivate a positive mindset. By embracing gratitude, … Continue reading Thankful To Be Grateful- The Power Of Gratitude