The Measure of Wholeness

We inhabit a world in which pain often meets, and begets, pain. I grew up in a family and religious background that kept this teaching at the forefront of every lesson, constantly reminding me to be kind. That’s a lot of pressure to put on oneself, but it is not without merit. Reflecting on whatContinue reading "The Measure of Wholeness"

Grieving with Grace: Reflecting on How Stoicism Became My Sanctuary

Grief is a storm that never quite leaves; it lingers in the spaces between breaths. It's in the way my chest tightens at unexpected memories and in the quiet moments where everything feels a little too loud. For the longest time, I felt like I was adrift, grasping at anything that might pull me outContinue reading "Grieving with Grace: Reflecting on How Stoicism Became My Sanctuary"

Meeting the Me I’m Becoming in a Letter from a Friend I’ve Never Met

This morning, something remarkable happened. It was one of those rare moments when reality seems to blur with something more ethereal—something that felt like déjà vu and destiny intertwined. The kind of moment where you find yourself questioning if it’s really happening, or if it’s just a beautiful figment of a dream. It all beganContinue reading "Meeting the Me I’m Becoming in a Letter from a Friend I’ve Never Met"

The Earned Wisdom of Pain: Navigating the Heartbreak of Growing Older

With age comes wisdom—or so we’re told. It’s the gift handed to us, not in exchange for time alone, but in exchange for every heartbreak, every loss, every piercing blow life deals us when we’re too tender to defend ourselves. Wisdom isn’t inherited. It isn’t handed down like heirlooms or passed along with stories overContinue reading "The Earned Wisdom of Pain: Navigating the Heartbreak of Growing Older"

Whispers of Autumn: A Promise in the Quiet 

There’s a rhythm to the seasons that guides my greatest hobby, photography. I am drawn out with my camera most often in the fall and spring. But autumn, without fail, is my favorite. There’s something about the way the light softens in the golden hours, casting a warm glow that feels more forgiving, more intimate.Continue reading "Whispers of Autumn: A Promise in the Quiet "

The Clash of Clean and Careless:  Living Mindfully in a Chaotic World

The Clash of Clean and Careless. I know I’m not alone in what this post will express, and I think it’s important to acknowledge the frustration and exhaustion that can come from feeling unheard in a shared living space. In this instance, the ongoing issue is caring versus being unbothered about living in an untidyContinue reading "The Clash of Clean and Careless:  Living Mindfully in a Chaotic World"

Stoicism in a Nutshell: A (Better?) Path to Inner Strength and Resilience

As we journey through life, we often encounter chaos, adversity, and uncertainty. These challenges can easily overwhelm us, leaving us anxious, frustrated, and powerless. But what if there was a philosophy that offered a different path—a way to find peace, purpose, and resilience amid the noise? This is the essence of Stoicism. For The TwinContinue reading "Stoicism in a Nutshell: A (Better?) Path to Inner Strength and Resilience"

Illusions: Letting Go of Someone Who Never Existed Yet Still Exists

When someone once meant the world to us, we often cling to an illusion of who they were. The hardest part isn’t the moving on itself; it’s coming to terms with the fact that the person we hold onto in our minds is not the same person who ultimately hurt us. The person who hurtContinue reading "Illusions: Letting Go of Someone Who Never Existed Yet Still Exists"

Stolen Time, Heavy Baggage, and Choosing to Pack Light: A Reflection on Boundaries and Self-Worth

Sometimes, we find ourselves entangled with people who aren’t living on the same frequency. They can come into our lives, subtly siphoning away our time and energy, wearing a mask that seems aligned with who we are, but in reality, they’re playing a different game. What they offer might appear genuine at first, but ifContinue reading "Stolen Time, Heavy Baggage, and Choosing to Pack Light: A Reflection on Boundaries and Self-Worth"

You Are Not Broken.

There’s a crucial distinction I’ve come to understand between respecting ourselves and trying to fix ourselves. Not in the way we’re often taught to respect ourselves in Western culture—a respect based on achievement, status, and conforming to societal norms—but rather a deeper, spiritual respect that embraces our true essence. This realization can be liberating, butContinue reading "You Are Not Broken."