Mira's Story

Chapter Fifty-Six: Halley and the In-Between

This is Mira’s story — part fiction, part reflection, wholly honest.(Each chapter will end with a note from her writing, signed as your trusted friend.) Mira's Story: Halley and the In-BetweenWhen love doesn’t mean overextending. When care doesn’t mean carrying. Mira knew what the silence meant.It had weight to it, like the air before a… Continue reading Chapter Fifty-Six: Halley and the In-Between

Mira's Story

Chapter Thirty-Four: The Break in the Calm

This is Mira’s story—part fiction, part reflection, wholly honest.(Each chapter will end with a note from her writing, signed as your trusted friend.) 🎧 Listen while you read: “Better Man” by Leon BridgesFor the slow, soulful unraveling of a man learning he’s allowed to be held. https://open.spotify.com/track/7tOYSMYowhxJ0uK3WMoL5n?si=37f2506add33439b Mira's Story: The Break in the CalmAnd sometimes, when one… Continue reading Chapter Thirty-Four: The Break in the Calm

Life

This Isn’t the Glow-Up They Promised

I didn't know that healing would feel less like a glow-up and more like a demolition site with great lighting. It’s sold to us as a tidy arc: breakdown, breakthrough, soft lighting, thriving. A before-and-after montage with just the right filter and a sudden yoga habit. But real healing? Real transformation? It’s messy. It’s confrontational.… Continue reading This Isn’t the Glow-Up They Promised

Love

The Ache of Almost

I wondered how I could give up hope. Give it away like one would a flower. Though it wouldn’t be a gift. It would be an escape. An escape from the almost. The maybes. The moments my heart beat faster and opened wider, believing—for just a breath—that maybe this one would meet me where I… Continue reading The Ache of Almost

Life

The Art of the In-Between

I thought I’d know who I was by now. And while I know myself more deeply than ever, there are still pieces of me shifting, reshaping, becoming. But maybe the most honest thing I can say is: I’m in the in-between. Not lost. Not broken. Not spiraling. But not fully arrived either. On the cusp,… Continue reading The Art of the In-Between

Love

Recognizing Relationship Lessons

We encounter a multitude of individuals on our life's journey, and it seems that each person carries a unique purpose. Most, if not all, of the people we meet are destined to teach us valuable lessons. Lessons that, once learned, pave the way for growth and progression. Friends, mentors, lovers – they all come into… Continue reading Recognizing Relationship Lessons

Life

Anticipation in the Void

There are periods in our lives where we are invited to release and let go of those things that no longer serve us. This is a process that can unfold gently or with abrupt intensity. It's a journey marked by the release of the old, creating a space that is not merely empty, but potent… Continue reading Anticipation in the Void

Love

Unsure in Love

In relationships even the 'right' ones can hold a mystery. Sometimes, a relationship may tick all the boxes, but an unspoken unease lingers. In my own journey, I've learned the value of acknowledging those unspoken feelings. Discover why, even in the presence of a kind, compassionate partner, I often felt like I was walking on thin ice, afraid of causing unintended upheaval. Genuine relationships should be sanctuaries where we can be our authentic selves, free from constant filters. Learn why recognizing when a bond isn't mutually beneficial and bravely choosing to let go can lead to new possibilities for both partners. Explore the universal lesson that we deserve relationships where both say 'yes' not only in words but in spirit. It's a journey of self-discovery and mutual growth.

Life

Choosing What We See

Our thoughts and what we focus on can determine the reality we end up accepting for ourselves. By getting control of our thoughts and letting go of future-tripping we can invite more magic into our lives.

Happiness, Life

Baggage

This blog post explores the idea of carrying emotional baggage from past experiences and how it can weigh us down in life. It encourages readers to let go of the past and move forward, providing insights on how to do so. The post emphasizes that letting go is a sign of strength, and it opens up new opportunities for growth and personal development. The suggested hashtags to draw traffic to the article include #LettingGo, #PersonalGrowth, #MentalHealth, and #SelfLove.