Category: Hope
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I. AM. TIRED
There’s tired…and then there’s TIRED. I’m not talking about skipping a few hours of sleep or having a long day at work. I’m talking about the kind of tired that sinks into your bones. The kind that no nap can fix. The kind that feels like your soul is running on fumes, your brain is…
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“It’s Not What You Said, It’s How I Took It”
Let’s talk about feedback…the awkward cousin of praise and the not-so-fun sibling of growth. We all say we want it. We ask for it. But the truth? Most of us only want the feedback that feels like a warm hug and smells like a scented candle. The moment it feels like a slap or smells…
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Why It Hits So Close to Home
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and every year, I pause to reflect, not as a professional, not as a leader, but as a human being who has walked through the fire and lived to talk about it. This month matters to me because I don’t just advocate for mental health, I live it. I…
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When Giving Your All Still Doesn’t Feel Like Enough
There are days when the weight of the world is just too much. Days when even the small wins get swallowed up by overwhelming setbacks. When the loudest thing in the room is your own inner voice whispering you’ve failed. Not just yourself but the people who believed in you, who counted on you, who…
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The Weight of Judgment: Returning to Family After Incarceration
Family is supposed to be our safe place, the people who stand beside us through life’s hardest moments. But what happens when they become the ones who hold up a mirror reflecting only our past mistakes? Coming home from incarceration is more than just a physical return—it’s an emotional battlefield. You walk through the doors…
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The Unseen Battle: Why High Achievers Are Struggling More Than You Think
Every day, we scroll past polished success stories—glowing LinkedIn updates, curated Instagram highlights, and motivational posts about resilience. We celebrate those who have “made it” and admire their grit. But here’s what most people don’t talk about: high achievers are often the ones struggling the most. They are the ones who overextend, overthink, and overcompensate.…
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Why Employers Need to Connect with Nonprofits Like Persevere
In today’s competitive and socially-conscious business environment, the connection between employers and nonprofits has become a powerful catalyst for change. For companies looking to make a significant impact, aligning with mission-driven organizations like Persevere offers a unique opportunity to contribute to society while building a skilled and dedicated workforce. Persevere is a nonprofit that provides…
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🌟 July is Disability Pride Month! 🌟
As we celebrate Disability Pride Month, it’s essential to recognize the diversity and resilience within the disability community. This month marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark law that has paved the way for greater inclusion and equality. Disability comes in many forms, some of which are often overlooked or…
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My Today…
Wow, where do I begin? Today is just like any other day. I grapple with issues that many might consider insignificant. I harbor fears that most people will never comprehend. I carry regrets that linger constantly in the back of my mind. And I question my true purpose in this thing called life. But today,…
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Think Skinny
“I look in the mirror and all I see is a fat girl staring back at me!” This one sentence defines me best. I don’t see big blue eyes or the pretty smile everyone tells me they see. I don’t notice the perfect curls or even my “award-winning personality.” All I see is a fat…
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