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A year ago in August, I turned 30. As we know, some of our best "I was somewhere I probably shouldn't have been" stories come from our...

So there I was, working on the second book manuscript of The Golden-eyed goddess (and maybe having scrolled social media a bit, aha). The...

I was watching Yu-gi-oh! the other night. I was always had a soft spot for Seto Kaiba - when I was younger, back when Quizlet was a thing...

Life often feels like a balancing act between our accomplishments and our insecurities. Many of us, myself included, struggle with imposter syndrome that clouds our view of our achievements. At 31, I reflect on my journey and recognize that I frequently feel as if what I’ve achieved isn’t really mine. Understanding Imposter Syndrome Imposter syndrome manifests as a persistent doubt in one’s abilities, feeling like a fraud despite clear evidence of success. Research indicate

While I try to keep my political standings out of my writing, being an American citizen having pensively watched and waited to see when the government would re-open has been a different level of anxiety. Currently without a corporate job and a recipient of SNAPs myself, I have found this entire show uncanny and worrying. Watching the vote fail by four or more votes each day has been a different type of heartbreak that I didn't realize could exist, while they continue to vote

Burnout at 30? It’s more common than you might think. As I reflect on my journey, I feel a blend of disbelief and frustration. Recovering from an injury has presented its own challenges, but the emotional weight of burnout has been even heavier. Despite ample rest, the thought of writing or doing any meaningful work left me drained. Completing the rough draft of my second book should have been a proud moment, yet it felt like a chore. The excitement I once had for writing had

As we get older, man and woman, our voices begin to change. We may be complimented on our voices by others, saying they are soothing or nice. While I've been trying to work on the audiobook, during the recording I have fun - trying different sounds and tones. Different pacing and changing sentence structures for flow. During my first recording session, I was having a ball until I decided to play it back for someone else. I found myself visibly cringing and scattering to try a

So yesterday, I decided to start watching an anime called Tougen Anki. It's about a demon teenager who spent his whole life not knowing he was a demon. He gets adopted by an extremist demon hunter who changes because of him and becomes a dad owning a shop. It kind of remains me of Blue exorcist - which is another good anime that I recommend (though I didn't finish it completely, I'll finish it one of these days) . I won't spoil it too much, plus I've only watched two episodes

Korean pop music has made its way around the global and I have always liked a few k-pop songs throughout my life, but it wasn't until I became a part of an online community did I realize just how time consuming and mentally draining it can be. With constant comebacks, albums, merch and everything in between like social posts and the fishing done to please fandoms, it can grow to be too much overtime especially for one person. Dark and Light Content Sides of K-pop Fandoms Coup

Living with thantaphobia , the fear of death, can be overwhelming. This fear became deeply personal for me when I faced the dual challenges of reaching the age of a loved one who had passed and dealing with unexpected health issues. At 31, I was confronted with a profound sense of mortality that I had never anticipated. The passing of an older sister before she turned 30 felt like a haunting echo, as I watched an imaginary clock counting down to an uncertain future. The mix o

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, filled with memories, regrets, and unanswered questions. If you often find yourself looking back, it’s vital to shift your focus towards the future. Embracing tomorrow can provide a sense of freedom, helping you let go of burdens and carve out a brighter path ahead. Here are some straightforward strategies to assist you in moving forward while resisting the allure of the past. Acknowledge Your Feelings The first step in moving forward is

Taking risks can seem daunting, but for some, it's a thrilling way of life. I'm a risk-taker who embraces chances, even if the odds are...

Everyone had heard a story tale or two, where there's a white knight, a hero or a prince that comes to save the damsel in distress. A...

The meal of the day was cheesy chicken croissants and homestyle green beans. It reminded me of a good ol' Outback honey wheat bread...

While editing my manuscript. I used the ai known as "Type" ( type.ai is the website) to look over my book and was pleasantly surprised...

Today I made sliders with homemade buns. Some had chicken, some had beef. Almost all had cheese. (I made myself a ribeye steak slider...

As a chronic overthinker who has found that I thrived in food hospitality, let me say - I once believed that overthinking was a...

Hi everyone and welco!me to my website! This is my first blog post, but my aspiration is to write about my daily life, little pick me...