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Redefining Gratitude: A Thanksgiving Reflection For Those Facing Invisible Struggles
embracing the mess · gratitude · reflection ·
Redefining Gratitude: A Thanksgiving Reflection For Those Facing Invisible Struggles

Here's the truth: gratitude isn't about being perfect. It's about showing up in whatever way you can and finding moments of connection—whether with yourself, your community, or the world around you. And sometimes, gratitude starts with simply being seen.

 

Why I Call Our Community ‘The Herd’: The Power of Connection
blog · rare herd · the herd ·
Why I Call Our Community ‘The Herd’: The Power of Connection
Living with a rare disease doesn’t just impact your body; it weaves a complex emotional web that’s hard to untangle. Yet, amid all that, I found something extraordinary: the power of community.
When I Asked AI to Tell Me About Myself—And Why It Hit So Hard
ai · healing · healing journey · inner healing · reflection · self care · self love ·
When I Asked AI to Tell Me About Myself—And Why It Hit So Hard
The AI noted my “flaw”: “You hold yourself to a high standard—a nearly relentless drive to keep showing up for everyone else while putting your own needs on the back burner.” It called it a “healer’s flaw,” a phrase that felt both validating and, oddly enough, comforting. I hadn’t thought to apply the term to myself, but I recognized the truth in it immediately.
girl laying down with a sick girl summer shirt and the title of the blog in bold text
chronic illness · growth mindset · healing · healing journey · inner healing · mental health · mindset · rare disease ·
Failure Is A Prison Of Our Own Making
It’s no secret that we live in a society where failure isn’t accepted. We’re all expected to be successful, and if we fail, we are encouraged not to talk about it. But here’s an interesting question: Why do some people succeed when others don’t? What separates those who achieve from those who don’t achieve? The answer is the mindset.
Made For This.
Find Your RARE. · Find Your Voice · healing journey · mindset ·
Made For This.
Always fast to give love and take away from what it meant to be me; this rare life wasn’t a death sentence, it allowed me to be set free and see the human I could be.
36 and still growing up: lessons learned & wisdom earned
36 and still growing up: lessons learned & wisdom earned

Nothing is worthy your peace. Prioritize your inner peace and well-being above all else. While challenges and conflicts are inevitable, never compromise your sense of peace or sacrifice your mental and emotional health for temporary gains or external validation. Cultivate practices that nurture your peace of mind, and have the courage to walk away from situations or relationships that consistently disrupt your inner calm.

Authenticity Over Perfection: Lessons From My First Speaking Engagement
Anxiety · Authentic Self · Healing · mental health · Perfectionism ·
Authenticity Over Perfection: Lessons From My First Speaking Engagement
Public speaking is often dubbed the ultimate fear, right up there with spiders and accidentally texting your ex. It’s incredibly nerve-wracking when you’re stepping into a space like mental health, where vulnerability is both celebrated and judged.