Category: Public Entries

I grew up in a tough environment, with a high-conflict household and a challenging relationship with my mother. Early on, I learned to survive, and my experiences shaped how I saw the world – as harsh, often unfair, and full of struggle. Even as a child, I was already asking…

I used to be a perfectionist. My tendency toward perfectionism began showing early on as I tried to control even the smallest aspects of life. And, as anyone who’s wrestled with perfectionism knows, it often goes hand-in-hand with the need for control. Perfectionists often set sky-high standards, not just for…

Family relationships are rarely straightforward, and some carry complexities that feel like walking a tightrope. Loving someone who has caused you deep pain can feel contradictory, even impossible. Yet, there are moments in life when you pause and realise that your story, though marked by wounds, doesn’t have to be…

Growing up in a corner lot house in the city, I remember being surrounded by adults, by life in all its busy, noisy forms. The house wasn’t ours but belonged to a wealthy family who ran a business, and it was home not only to us but also to the…

This video was an eye-opener about the self-help industry, its benefits, and the hidden traps that many people fall into when trying to improve their lives. Here’s what stood out to me: Prologue: How It All Started The creator shared how their journey into self-development began after picking up Dale…

In the past, I had a tendency to overshare. Sharing my troubles, dreams, and plans without a second thought was normal for me. Looking back, I think this habit grew from feeling unheard and undervalued in my own home. I was raised in an environment where my thoughts and feelings…

If there’s one thing I used to dislike about my boyfriend, it was his response to my rants and complaints. Whenever I opened up about something that bothered me, he’d immediately point out something positive about the situation. Rather than agreeing with me or adding fuel to my fire, he’d…

My boyfriend and I celebrated our third anniversary a month ago. He’s the person who makes me the happiest I’ve ever been. I can confidently say that this is the healthiest relationship I’ve been in, and I’m beyond grateful for the amazing person my boyfriend is. In these three years,…

I stumbled upon this powerful video recently, and it truly resonated with me. Lately, I’ve been exploring a lot of personal finance content, and this video offers a compelling perspective on money that’s worth reflecting on. Keeping it here as a reminder to myself. 1. The Problem with Managing Money…

“I think a lot of us want to look rich to feel important, to feel like we made it. To kind of justify our existence in the world as like, ‘Look, I’m not a failure. I have this brand new car. Will a failure have that brand new car? No!…