Category: Personal
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Why I’m Afraid to Talk About Religion and How I’m Going to Do It Anyway
I’ve always felt like I should keep my religion a secret; like I should separate it from every public-facing aspect of my life. Growing up, we were taught that in the last days the world would hate us because we kept the Sabbath and people who were tasked to enforce Sunday religious laws would come…
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Anxiety Chronicles: New Level Unlocked
I had an anxiety-fueled panic attack yesterday (I can usually tell the difference between an anxiety attack and a panic attack, but what I experienced yesterday was different and I still don’t know what to call it, so I settled on this). It’s a complicated thing to take care of your mental health while also…
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A Loss That Isn’t Mine
My ex died and I’m having a difficult time processing it. We only dated a few months back in 2019. It didn’t end badly. Since then, he’d become a truck driver, gotten married, had gastric surgery, started a podcast with some of his childhood friends, made more music, did a couple travel assignments as a CNA……
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Anxiety-Prone Floridian Rides Out Hurricane with Hulu and Cheez-Its
I think I’ve always hated storms. Something about the rushing wind and pouring rain unnerves me. Last year, during a particularly loud thunderstorm, I seriously contemplated my need for an emotional support animal. It was rough. On the other side of Hurricane Ian (kind of—the storm isn’t completely gone yet, it’s just not raining here…
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Confession: I Am Not a Strong Black Woman
I know that’s been a popular thing to say lately; usually by women who are Black and strong, but who no longer want to bear the burden of the weights they carry for other people. I, however, am not a strong Black woman. And I know this is a weird thing to say in public,…
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On Freedom
Yesterday was Independence Day and I found it really difficult to celebrate freedom when certain freedoms are being taken away. Regardless of my personal beliefs (or yours), freedom is essential. I’ll be back next week with something else to say. ♥
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Sometimes I Want to Throw All My Plants Away!
I’ve heard from several sources that women’s bodies change in their 30s. I’ve also heard how many women struggle with PMS symptoms. For a long time, I knew these things from somewhat of an outsider’s perspective… until I reached my 30s. But more specifically, I didn’t know how real it could get until the past…
Christine Gabrièlle 