I always felt like a misfit in my family's strong faith, preferring to explore spirituality on my own terms. While they found comfort in tradition, I sought a path of personal discovery, often feeling like a rule-breaker in a world of conformity.

Struggling with PTSD from a toxic workplace feels like being trapped in a dark labyrinth of haunting memories and perpetual fear, where each day is a battle to reclaim one's sense of self and find solace amidst the chaos. The emotional scars linger, making every step forward an act of courage in the journey towards healing.

Becoming a wife and mother has completely transformed my life and shaped my identity in ways I never imagined. The love, joy, and fulfillment that accompany these roles. Amidst the beauty and immense responsibilities, I find myself yearning for the person I used to be—a sense of loss and emptiness. I've come to realize that rediscovering myself is a necessary and empowering journey. It's not about abandoning my current roles but about honouring who I am at my core. Nurturing my mental health and embracing self-discovery allow me to be the best version of myself for my family and, most importantly, for me.

I am here to set an example to my girls, that we need to embrace imperfections and remove the word “PERFECT.” I need to continue to love myself, and model that love to my girls. We only have 1 life to live, and we should be fulfilling our life with things that truly matter in life.

why did I move around alot? Why was I so persistent to do things by myself? Why would I turn down help when circumstances would be so tough for me to manage by myself? Was it because I was too proud? Or was it because I didn’t want to burden a friend or loved one?

Accept the little changes that get you through your day because at the end of the day, you completed the day in one piece. Always find time to reward yourself. Adjusting your lifestyle is not an easy task, and you need to credit yourself for getting through it!

Women multi-task, it’s how we get things done. We naturally try to do lots, at one time. At some point, this will catch up. We need to slow down, and just take a moment of rest. If that means for 10-15 minutes, then do it. If you are able to take a day off work, do it.

Women already have a hard time being valued, respected and treated, don’t add more fuel to the fire, by wearing something that gives others the opportunity to devalue who you are. We live in the twenty-first century, its time to stop blaming media for everything, men for “gawking,” and embrace modesty.