When I first read about Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria I was like “Wow. That’s exactly what I experienced.” There’s still a lot of research being done about RSD* and while it is not something that you…
Boundaries During the Holidays
Boundaries during the holidays can sound like… “I can come but I have to leave by 6pm. I don’t feel comfortable coming if so-and-so will be there. I would love to bring that dish but…
Bravery Comes in All Sizes
I have never felt brave. Growing up, I always identified with the scaredy-cat characters like Chuckie from Rugrats and Piglet from Winnie the Pooh. Obviously, there was an anxiety connection. I have always felt scared…
Online Social Burnout
I love social media. It’s one of my favorite things. There are so many fun groups, interesting people, and connections that I wouldn’t be able to find otherwise. It has allowed me to live my…
Tips for Reader Burnout
I’ve accomplished something great. I finished a book last night. The first book I’ve finished in over a year. According to Goodreads, I’ve read over 1,000 books. I LOVE to read. I just haven’t been…
30 Days of Gratitude Challenge
October was a very unpleasant month. It was full of so much stress that by the end of it, I was in full overwhelmed and panic mode. My regular self-care routine didn’t seem to be…