When Grief Doesn’t Knock, It Breaks the Door Down There are seasons in life where pain arrives politely. It gives you a warning. It softens the blow. You sense it coming and you brace yourself. And then there are seasons like this one. No warning. No mercy. No pause to breathe. In the span of … Continue reading Grieving From Afar: Losing Family in Iran, Faith in God, and Coping With Overwhelming Loss
I need to say this upfront.This is not a clinical article written from a distance.This is written from inside the mess. I live with ADHD.I have struggled with addiction.I binge eat. Not “used to.” Not “a little.” Not “in recovery and everything is neat now.”I live in the overlap where all three shake hands and … Continue reading The Trifecta That Hijacked My Brain: Addiction, ADHD, and Binge Eating
The Water That Made Us and May Be Unmaking Us: A Human History Written in Every Sip Water has always been more than something we drink. It is memory. It is medicine. It is power. It is survival. From the first cups drawn from rivers to the glass poured from a modern tap, drinking water … Continue reading Water’s Impact Throughout History
I am starting over again. And saying that out loud at 42 years old hits differently than it did at 22, or even 32. Back then, starting over felt like reinvention. Now it feels like a reckoning. There is a quiet shame that comes with it. Not the kind that screams, but the kind that … Continue reading Begin Again
For most of my life, I knew something was off. Not wrong in a way I could point to, not broken in a way anyone else seemed concerned about, but off enough that it followed me everywhere. I lived with a constant sense of friction, like I was moving through the world at a different … Continue reading Living With Late-Diagnosed ADHD: The Truth I Was Never Given
For years, binge eating controlled my life. I would promise myself I’d stop tomorrow, only to find myself caught in the same cycle again. What finally helped wasn’t a strict diet or a quick fix, it was learning simple habits that supported my body and mind. In this post, I’m sharing the exact strategies that … Continue reading From Binge Eating to Balance -Binge Eating Prevention: Habits, Meal Prep, and Mindful Eating That Changed My Life
Healing Through Grief: How to Transform Loss Into Strength and Emotional Wellness Grief has a way of shaking you to your core. It’s not something you ever get used to, even if you’ve experienced it before. Recently, I lost someone who was like a brother to me. I’ve had friends pass away before, but this … Continue reading The Weight of Grief: Learning to Live Through Loss
When “Made in America” Becomes a Red Flag: Food Safety in the U.S. and Mexico The Chemical Cost of Perfection Why do vegetables in the United States often look flawless but lack flavor, while produce from Mexico bursts with natural taste even when it looks imperfect? The answer has less to do with climate and … Continue reading Food Safety in Mexico vs USA: What “Made in America” Really Means
Exercise is not only about sculpting your body; it is also about strengthening your mind. If you have ever finished a workout and felt calmer, sharper, or more optimistic, that is not a coincidence. Science has proven that physical activity has powerful effects on mental health, from lowering stress to boosting confidence. Exercise is more … Continue reading The Mental Health Benefits of Exercise (Backed By Science)
In today’s world, “sobriety” is often framed as a sacrifice, a lifestyle of restriction, or a path chosen only after hitting rock bottom. But here’s the truth: sobriety is one of the greatest power moves you can make. Whether you’ve battled addiction, questioned your relationship with alcohol, or simply want to live life with more … Continue reading Sobriety: The Ultimate Power Move for Living a Strong, Clear, and Purposeful Life
