1. My ability to bounce back from adversity 2. For discovering writing as a form of therapy and healing 3. Waking up and seeing the sunrise 4. My travel experiences and being able to experience the richness of the black diaspora 5. Growing up on India. Arie's music 6. Having friends who support and inspire … Continue reading Gratitude list: Sept 2018
Politics
Fear of not being Good Enough
Living in your passion is what many of us strive to achieve in this life. When you decide to take that first step into doing what you love, it can be the most liberating feeling ever. However doing something out of your comfort zone and playing bigger than ever before can evoke unintended feelings of … Continue reading Fear of not being Good Enough
Gentrification in Birmingham, UK
Over the last few years, my city has continued to undergo some drastic changes. From luxury apartments, food stores, John Lewis, and a tram system, Birmingham's city centre is barely recognizable! Having the option to buy vegan hotdogs, or picking up a juice from Jo the Juice bar certainly beats the days of just Nando’s … Continue reading Gentrification in Birmingham, UK
You’re too Sensitive!
If you're sensitive you're probably well accustomed to hearing phrases like "it's not that deep" or "you take everything so personal". This may be true! However for us sensitive folks it's much more complex than just simply getting over ourselves. Deciphering between whether our emotional responses are valid verses taking things too seriously is very … Continue reading You’re too Sensitive!
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