The End: Hope After Wanting to End It All

I just wanted the pain to end.

For weeks, I’d been going through the motions, showing up where I was suppose to, when I was expected to, all the while hoping that someone would notice. I hoped that someone would notice the pain in my eyes or the strain in my smile. My smile was a mask to cover up the hurt and loneliness that I felt within.

The Purpose in Your Storm

When I graduated High School, I was so excited to begin my college experience at Grand Canyon University. During the first 2 years, I double majored in Music with an emphasis in voice and Psychology. I was pursuing a career in Music Therapy. After 2 years, I dropped my music courses because I was strugglingContinueContinue reading “The Purpose in Your Storm”

Remember Who You Are

His name was Christopher. And, every day he was sure to greet me by pinching my skin and stealing my pencils and various school supplies from inside my desk. I would squint my eyes and glare back at him, but I never said a word. Kindergarten – 2nd grade Some days it was more thanContinueContinue reading “Remember Who You Are”

3 Ways to Combat Depression During Quarantine

During this season we are experiencing uncertain times. Many of us have had to adjust and adapt to a new normal. Although temporary, we are having to practice social distancing and self isolate. For those of us who thrive off of social interaction, this can be a significant challenge. But really, whether you consider yourselfContinueContinue reading “3 Ways to Combat Depression During Quarantine”

How to Reprogram Your Mind for Success

https://youtu.be/-pn7P0Xvbag In the days we are living in now, it is beneficial, now more than ever before, to have a healthy mindset. Soo many people are dealing with mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety. As a mental health advocate, and someone who has worked in the field with both children, teenagers and adults,ContinueContinue reading “How to Reprogram Your Mind for Success”

This Is My Story

In my latest blog post I shared with you where I was this time last year and why I’m thankful. Here is the video that corresponds 👇 https://youtu.be/d0-2aqjp30I Thanks for watching! Happy Thanksgiving & Happy Black Friday! Be sure to check the discount below Offer ends Sunday @ Midnight (MST)👇 𝗜 ❤ 𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗞 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 &ContinueContinue reading “This Is My Story”

This Time Last Year

This time last year… It was late one evening that I sat on my living room floor, rocking back and forth. My hands were clammy, and my heart felt as if it was beating outside of my chest. My rapid heartbeat echoed a seemingly off beat cadence in my ears as tears danced down myContinueContinue reading “This Time Last Year”

The Fear of Rejection

Everyday it’s an ongoing battle I’m at war with myself With my thoughts Everyday, haunted with memories and fears Constantly fighting off negative thoughts What if this and what if that? And, what lies beneath it all, I have discovered is fear Fear of what exactly?  What is it that I’m afraid of What amContinueContinue reading “The Fear of Rejection”