Broken, Bare, and Rising: The No-BS Blog
This blog isn’t about sugarcoating life. There’s no “everything happens for a reason” here, no fluffy affirmations, no pretending I’ve got it all figured out. This is my no BS space to lay it all out my mess, my chaos, my survival. The days when my body won’t cooperate, my mind won’t stop racing, and the world feels like it’s moving forward without me.
This is where I get real about chronic illness, mental health struggles, trauma, and the uphill battle of just existing. It’s messy, it’s raw, and it’s honest the kind of honesty most people avoid.
Here, inspiration meets reality. Education meets raw truth. Awareness meets healing. And yeah… it’s basically my virtual diary, documenting the unfiltered truth of navigating a life that doesn’t come with an instruction manual.
You’ll read about the hard stuff the heartbreak, the isolation, the setbacks no one warns you about but also the wins, the small wins, and the unexpected moments of clarity that remind you: you can survive this, and you can rise from it stronger than you thought possible.
Topics include:
Domestic Violence and Healing – the ugly, the painful, the survival
Health and Wellness – what actually works when your body fights you
Living With Chronic Illness and Pain – the days that feel impossible and the victories that keep you going
Reflections – raw thoughts, uncomfortable truths, and insights from the trenches
Blog Series on Various Topics – deep dives into specific struggles, challenges, and growth areas so you can really learn, relate, and reflect
This space is for anyone who’s tired of pretending. For anyone who’s felt unseen, stuck, or defeated. Your pain doesn’t define you, your courage to rise does. Step in. Read, reflect, and claim your power.
Hello December
December is here a fresh page, a new chapter, and a chance to set intentions for the month ahead
Courage Is Moving Different
Courage isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always roar or demand attention. Often, courage is quiet. It’s the decision to move differently,
The Barely Functioning Days
Those barely functioning kind of days. The ones where you wake up and everything just feels heavy your body, your thoughts, your emotions.
Bringing Healing to the Doorstep
One of the things I love most about being a mobile Reiki practitioner is the ability to bring healing directly to people who need it most.
Morning Chaos Meets Mindful Moments
You know those mornings that feel like the universe is testing your patience before you’ve even had caffeine? Yeah, that was me today.
October Reflection
October has been one of those months that felt like a rollercoaster full of emotions, lessons, and moments of deep reflection.
Dating in 2025
Dating 2025 reassembles a train that derailed, staring at a pool of ugly fish and no, I wish I was kidding
Moving Through the Pain
The weather has been absolutely yuck grey skies, that sticky kind of damp cold that seeps into your bones. But despite that, this holiday has been good for me.
Weekly Reflection
I can honestly say it’s been a better one with the ole wonky head. My body always seems to function so much better when the weather isn’t gloomy
September Reflection
September was a month of birthday celebrations, exploring new places, and navigating the constant changes in my life. Transitioning from a life of chaos to one of calm and more time at home hasn’t always been easy,
I Wanted to Break the Cycle, Not Pass It On
There comes a moment in life when we realize that the patterns we’ve inherited trauma, pain, unhealthy ways of coping don’t have to define us. For me, that moment came when I made a conscious choice: I would break the cycle, not pass it on.
We All Have Someone Who Inspires Us
My inspiration didn’t come from people I admired it often came from those I never wanted to become.
Reclaiming Myself
My voice, my choices, my sense of worth were stripped away until I barely recognized myself. Survival became my only focus, and in that survival, parts of me went quiet.
From Wounds to Roots
Abuse leaves wounds that often feel endless. They cut so deep that for a long time, you might believe they’ll never heal.
Brand New Month Reflection
Reflecting on the past month can help you identify patterns and areas where you can improve. It also allows you to celebrate your wins and learn from your mistakes.
June Reflection
t feels like just yesterday I reflected on May, and now I find myself writing about June. The month began positively, as I explored nature and met new people, but I ended up recovering from being quite unwell by the end of the month.
Monthly Reflection,A Valuable Practice
Taking time for monthly reflection is something I believe everyone should embrace. It’s incredibly helpful as we transition into a new month
End Of the Week Reflection
End-of-Week Reflection: One of the most valuable practices you can engage in for personal growth is taking time to reflect on the week.
March Reflection
March Reflection: A Look Back at the Highs and Lows of My Extraordinary Life
This month, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the ups and downs of my journey, navigating my medical condition, managing my business, and the adventures I've experienced along the way.
