The Journal

Yesterday, during one of those casual back-and-forths in one of the group chats I’m on, someone shared a post about boundaries—how they’re really just a reflection of self-respect. And it

A friend recently nudged me with a classic seasonal prompt: “You haven’t said anything about summer plans—no trips? No getaway vibes?” I laughed, brushing it off with a cheeky, “Maybe

For a long time, my life looked like the perfect gift— Beautifully boxed, neatly tied. I was married, raising kids, progressing in my career, building a home, sharing tips on