Unmasked

I cannot do a cartwheel. Not today, or yesterday, or 10 years ago. If I even think about it attempting one, every scenario about what could possibly go wrong runs through my head. I tense up and [...]

Loneliness is one of the words that I hate the most. I hate it because it is something that is faced by everyone, yet no one really wants to admit it. Admitting loneliness is like admitting [...]

When I get even the faintest whiff that someone doesn’t like me, my mind instantly goes into overdrive: when was the last time I talked with them? What did I say? Were they upset? How could they [...]

If you asked me if I want to be perfect, I’d be like, “No way! I’m fearfully and wonderfully made. My imperfections are what make me uniquely beautiful!” And then I’d probably start singing some [...]

I didn’t want to write this post. There’s just something terrifying about this tiny 5-letter word that attempts to hold me hostage. Shame isn’t the flighty emotion of regret I feel after [...]

To many, I seem like a social butterfly, and I guess I am. I always have friends, and always have. I’d like to think its because I don’t have the most overpowering features—I’m not drop dead [...]

This post has me a little excited, mostly because people rarely admit they struggle with anger. I have the wonderful (although intimidating) privilege of inviting you into this honest [...]

For as long as I can remember I have gotten up every morning, gone through my morning routine, left my house, and put on my perfect metaphorical “Amy” mask. I go to work, interact with others, [...]

I am constantly wrestling with trust. It’s a delicate feature that we humans are built with. Trust can be built or broken as we move through the rhythms of doing life with people, and more often [...]

The Roaring Twenties. Ah, what a glorious time! Prosperity, fulfilled dreams and technological advancements made for a carefree and fun few years. It was easy to wave away the idea that anything [...]