Just My Story

In today’s world, clout has become more than just a buzzword. It acts like a new form of currency, shaping how people live, work, and interact. For many, especially those on reality shows and social media platforms, chasing clout is not about vanity or fleeting fame. It is about survival. This post explores how the pressure to gain attention online connects to economic struggles, and how this visibility race pushes people toward extreme behaviors.

Reality TV has become a cultural phenomenon, captivating millions with its drama, competition, and raw human emotion. But beneath the surface of flashy auditions and dramatic eliminations lies a striking parallel to an ancient spectacle: gladiatorial combat. Both forms of entertainment showcase individuals fighting for survival, approval, and fame, while audiences cheer from the sidelines.

When people talk about relationships, they usually mean romantic ones. Partner. Spouse. Boyfriend. Girlfriend. But that's not the only relationship that needs to be nurtured, loved, and cared for. Your sibling relationship is a relationship too. And depending on how you grew up, it might be one of the most important ones you'll ever have.

Many people say, “I’m not lazy — I’m overloaded.” This phrase captures a common experience that often goes misunderstood. Behind the surface of apparent busyness, there can be a hidden struggle: the exhausting effort to mask inner panic and keep up appearances. This blog post explores how masking creates an illusion of productivity, especially for those with ADHD, and how late diagnosis can deepen feelings of isolation and overwhelm.

Starting over at 43 is not just about changing careers or routines. It’s about facing the emotional waves that come with leaving behind a familiar identity and stepping into the unknown. This post explores the complex feelings of grief and gratitude that accompany such a shift. Through a diary-style narrative, I share personal reflections and insights to help anyone navigating a similar path. At the end, you’ll find a coaching section with questions designed to support your o

Some weeks feel like you’re not just doing the work… you’re building the system that’s supposed to hold the work. In real time. While you’re already on the wall. That’s where I’m at.

If you live with ADHD, you know the feeling well: your brain is like a browser with 47 tabs open at once. Each tab represents a thought, a worry, a task, or a dream, all clamoring for attention. One tab says, “Be proud. This is an opportunity.” Another screams, “How are we paying bills while we learn?” Meanwhile, others remind you not to forget the blog, the podcast, the kids, or yourself. And then there’s the tab that never closes: “Why does it feel like I have to keep provi

I've been masking my whole life. Not the casual kind people mention when talking about social situations. I mean the kind of masking that comes from knowing, deep inside, that if you show your real pain, others won’t be able to handle it. So you keep it hidden. You protect them by carrying the weight alone.

The world feels different now. Traditions that once brought joy and comfort during holidays can start to feel heavy, especially when the backdrop is uncertainty, conflict, or social upheaval. Valentine’s Day, a holiday centered on love and connection, often highlights this tension. While the world unravels in many ways, the simple acts of love—like a mother’s care, a sister’s visit, or the quiet presence of family—begin to mean more than any gift wrapped in shiny paper.

Some weeks feel like you’re not just doing the work… you’re building the system that’s supposed to hold the work. In real time. While you’re already on the wall. That’s where I’m at. Tomorrow, my cybersecurity classes start. And I’m grateful—because not everybody gets another shot at stability. But I’d be lying if I said it doesn’t mess with my head.

Sundays’s Super Bowl had people mad in a way that told on them. What blew my mind was the performance. What irritated me was the people who were so offended by it.

This post explores the confusion created by legal frameworks that resemble kidnapping, the trap of deciding who gets to be seen as fully human, and how societies train themselves not to care. Finally, it offers ways to engage with these difficult realities without being consumed by them

I’m rebranding. The podcast is now Just My Story. And let me be clear—I’m still not okay. I’m not here to sugarcoat what’s happening or pretend it doesn’t affect me. But I’m also not giving the world the pleasure of changing who I am. This space is where I tell the truth, release what I’m carrying, and go looking for the tools—and the people—who help me get through it.