I’m always stopping short, butting against the glass. I know if I made a fist, a proper fist, and swing, I could shatter it. But every time, I only end up with my fingers leaving prints and streaks as I watch, afraid to be seen. It’s only my careful reflection that needs to be known. ...

I am on a mission to learn how to be more kind to myself. It isn’t about giving in to junk food or going out shopping. Treats are necessary, but what I want to work on is rewarding myself in ways that don’t cost a lot of money, or come at the cost of my ...