Tag: anxiety
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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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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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Because we all need a 5am Blog Post
It’s midnight. I should be sleeping. But instead, my ADHD brain is in full-blown crisis-prep mode, battling an internal monologue that sounds like: “Did I respond to that email?” “What if I forget my talking points tomorrow?” “Why did Jeffrey Dahmer turn into a serial killer though?” “Did I finish the grant narrative for Florida?”…
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Impostor Syndrome and Second Chances: The Silent Battle for Women Who’ve Survived Domestic Violence or Incarceration
For many women who have survived domestic violence or incarceration, the road to rebuilding their lives is filled with obstacles—some external, some internal. Among the most insidious of these challenges is impostor syndrome, the persistent feeling of self-doubt and unworthiness, despite evidence of success and growth. Just yesterday, I received the news that I was…
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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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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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Recognizing PTSD in Formerly Incarcerated Individuals During PTSD Awareness Month
As we observe PTSD Awareness Month this June, it’s essential to shed light on a critical yet often overlooked population: formerly incarcerated individuals. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is not exclusive to veterans and first responders. It also profoundly impacts those who have been through the criminal justice system. The unique intersection of incarceration and trauma…
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