I’ve been chasing who I’m not, stuck in a life that feels too small. It’s time to leave the safe, predictable path behind and discover who I really am—messy, creative, and unapologetically me.

From a fearless 25-year-old in a startup to facing self-doubt 20 years later, I’m ready to embrace my experience and rediscover the confidence I once had. Here’s to stepping up again.

Reflecting on my first mentor, Steve, I saw how a career can trap us in someone else’s goals. He taught me to question what fulfillment truly means, beyond the hustle. This blog is about redefining that path.

Graduating felt like a dream come true, but reality hit hard. Amid career disappointments and a faltering relationship, I discovered profound lessons about who I truly am and where I belong.

As Halloween approaches, I’m drawn back to the eerie moments in my life—the unexplainable encounters, the presence of those who’ve left, and the whispers that remind me there’s more beyond the here and now.

I’m on a journey to break free from the exhausting pursuit of perfection. By embracing mindfulness and the beauty of the present, I'm learning to let go of expectations and enjoy life's imperfect moments.

For years, I chased a career I thought would give me purpose. But work didn’t define me; it drained me. Now, I’m exploring what life looks like beyond the 9-to-5, finding a truer version of myself.

Middle age brings reflection. I’m finding peace in past regrets, letting go of youthful perfectionism, and choosing to live the next chapter focused on joy and self-acceptance.

Even on those picture-perfect days, my mind can feel like a whirlwind. While I try to soak in the beauty around me, I’m slowly learning to embrace these fleeting moments and find my own peace amid the chaos.

Life’s beauty is in its imperfections—the struggles, the joy, and the messy, unfiltered moments in between. I’m learning to embrace each one as it comes, free from others’ expectations