Journal of Self

A slower season, a quieter mind, and gratitude for the simple days.

Four months unemployed. Two interviews got scheduled. Both recruiters bailed. The pull back to familiarity — the known — is

It’s been a bit more than a month and a half on this new path in my life—no job. My

It has been just over two weeks since I left work. The first week was consumed by transition — the

For the past week, my mind has been spiraling. For the last three days, it’s been relentless. I can’t sleep.

Three months have passed since I moved to Atlanta for work, and overall, my lifestyle here has been going well.

What I’m thankful for?

Today I’m really thankful for the AC in the van. For the past four years, I kept thinking it was

Visiting family every year in December makes it easier for me to carve out time for an annual reflection. I’m

It took me five slow days to drive from Denver back to Atlanta. Five quiet days behind the wheel, watching

I know that I am already where I need to be… I already have everything I want… and my peace

So many things are going on in my life right now. It all started in January this year when my

As I sit down to reflect after what always feels like a whirlwind day, I’m struck by how truly lucky

Pain keeps me grounded, forcing me to focus on each breath. It’s a reminder that my body is alive, that

As I drove from Cottonwood, AZ, to Moab, Utah, I was reflecting on life. There’s a curious spark in my

Since leaving Ta’s house in California on March 29, 2025, I’ve been on my own. This time feels different. I’m

The life will always challenge you… Now that I am older, I notice… The rain does come and go. Now

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