Not everyone will stay — and that’s something the heart learns the hard way. A few days ago, I saw a TikTok post from Rica Peralejo where she talked about friends who had cut her off — and how she’s learned to be okay with it. What she said really hit me, so I decided to write this. Twelve years ago, I suffered a stroke … Continue reading It’s OK When People Unfollow You in Real Life
There was a time when I thought getting paid $5 for a 500-word article was a big win. Back when I was just starting out on Upwork, it felt like progress—someone was actually willing to pay me to write. Never mind that the rate barely covered a cup of coffee or the time it took to research, write, and revise. I convinced myself it was … Continue reading “Why Writers Should Stop Accepting $0.01/Word Gigs”
II’m a middle child. Growing up, most of the focus naturally went to the eldest, who carried the pressure of setting an example, and the youngest, who needed the most care. And honestly, that’s okay. It rattled my confidence a little, sure — but I never let it define my worth. I quietly learned how to carve out my own space, even without being front … Continue reading You’re Not So Important, and That’s Okay
Just because someone works from home doesn’t mean they’ve got it easy. Trust me, I know. As a WFH mom juggling content writing for NoBS Marketplace and part-time ESL tutoring at RareJob, I’ve had days where I’m staring blankly at the screen, coffee in hand, wondering how I’m already exhausted—and the day’s only half over. Here’s what people don’t always see: remote work comes with … Continue reading The Importance of Mental Health Days for Remote Workers
The start of a new year feels like flipping to a fresh page in a favorite notebook. Everything ahead is untouched, brimming with potential. And what better way to seize that momentum than with a New Year’s resolution, right? This tradition goes back to ancient Babylon, where people made promises to their gods, hoping for good fortune in the year ahead. Centuries later, the Romans … Continue reading What is a New Year’s Resolution? Will You Make One for 2025?
2024 was a year of challenges, lessons, and growth—here’s what I’ve learned as we look toward 2025.
#YearEndReflections #LessonsLearned #2024Recap #PersonalGrowth #LifeLessons #MovingForward #NewYearGoals Continue reading Year-end Reflections 2024
I just turned 45, and I never realized I would feel this way Continue reading How It Feels To Be 45
too many fucking disappointments are usually a sign of too many fucking expectations Continue reading How are you?
From My Corner of the Couch 