Riffed Apart

Employees were let go based on “civil service tenure, veteran’s preference, length of Federal service, and performance ratings”. Well, I wasn’t let go due to my performance ratings, I can tell you that much! Read More …

Breathe

I know it’s a lot going on, and you’re likely overwhelmed. As am I. Check in with your body, and see what it’s doing. You’re probably holding your breath as you read your (social media) feeds. Inhale. Exhale. Repeat. Read More …

Random Thought, 11/5/24

Update – January 25, 2025 So, I know I posted this back in November, but the prophetic parts of me knew what was to come. There’s no escaping what’s happening in the Western World, especially if you’re plugged into mainstream news, social media, and rapid changes occurring in your day-to-day lives. I have chosen to Read More …

Check On Your Strong Friends

It feels like cracking ice that’s been electrified shooting into my body firing off, spreading and crackling through the left side of my chest. Sometimes it’s a hot ball of air in the middle of my chest and stomach that I cannot seem to pass with deep inhaling and exhaling. The electrified ice cracking sensation Read More …

Decluttering: Mind Over Matter

Where can you reduce clutter in your life? The place that I need to reduce clutter the most is in my head. I’m telling you it’s a circus up there. My thoughts are as many and as unorganized as a hoarders keep, and my mind has no control sometimes on how quickly ideas or information Read More …

Confessions of a Social Media Voyeur

“Struggling with online communication and social media anxiety? You’re not alone. From stranger danger fears to keyboard warrior concerns, discover why staying offline might be the ultimate act of self-care. Join the conversation about navigating digital social anxiety, setting healthy boundaries with social media, and taking baby steps toward authentic online connection. Sometimes being a digital voyeur is perfectly okay. 🌐 #SocialAnxiety #OnlineCommunication #DigitalWellbeing” Read More …

Peopling Again

My high school reunion is next weekend. *exhales deeply* It seemed like a good idea at the time to sign up to attend when I paid my money. I really do like my classmates, but see, I just came off a trip for work where I had to “people”. That took a lot of energy Read More …

No “Peopling”

All Over the Place

Yeah…you see that right there? That’s me. That’s my life. I am all over the place. I have so many different roles every day, and it’s taking a toll. I honestly don’t know if I’m coming or going, or if I’m getting what I need done accomplished. I have REFUSED to make a list of Read More …