Journal Entries
from the journal
After illness, loss, or any major shift, it’s tempting to wait for life to reset. I did that for a while. This post is about what changed when I stopped—and what I’m creating in the meantime....
Some habits are loud. Others just quietly keep you going. This post shares the one thing I return to daily that helps me navigate stress, decisions, and creativity with more ease....
This isn’t just about surgery—it’s about identity. As I reconstruct my face, I’m also redesigning my sense of self. Here’s what I’m learning about resilience, aesthetics, and starting again on your own terms....
There are seasons where you lead through fog. This post explores what it means to lead when you feel unlike yourself—and why honesty, clarity, and gentleness become your greatest assets....
Lying still with a mask bolted to a table taught me more about focus than any productivity hack ever could. Here’s what I learned about fear, discipline, and staying mentally sharp when everything feels out of control....
What happens when you can’t hide? This piece explores the complex reality of being visibly different—how attention shifts, how identity reshapes, and how real confidence is redefined....
When progress slows and life hits pause, creativity doesn’t have to. This post explores how I’ve learned to stay inspired, focused, and creative—especially when waiting is the only thing to do....
We talk a lot about learning new things—but unlearning is often where real change happens. This is a reflection on the patterns, roles, and goals I’ve had to release to grow....