Creative Nonfiction
A Change In Paths
My stomach contorted into knots, my legs trembled like a champaign flute caught in vibrato, and my heart nearly beat out of my chest. ...Depression And Me
Content warnings: Contains thoughts of suicide and discussions of severe depression The doctor leaned across the desk that separated us. “After learning a bit ...The Changes In My Reflection
Exhausted. Confused. Petrified. These words pop into my head when I stare at my reflection and reflect upon where I am today. My eyes ...Underneath the Surface of Optimism
Perfectionism boosts my inner critic up to maximum volume. This nagging voice amplifies my insecurities. My armor of positivity depletes when my flaws get ...To My Future Self
To my future self, First of all, what’s going on? How have you been? I hope all the answers are positive, even if I’m ...Home Is Friendship
“No matter where I am, I feel lost. As if I don’t have a purpose. How am I supposed to continue on when it ...Hope Beyond the Wall
They say challenges are meant to help you grow emotionally and mentally. They show strength beneath pain and mark the growth of character. I ...An Open Letter of Love
To the young woman who’s going to do amazing things, How can I express my pride in you? Nineteen years ago, I never imagined ...Drowning Out the Noise
My eyes flickered as I tried to adjust to the pitch black. The room’s darkness challenged all my senses. I can’t see what’s in ...










