Enough with the toxic culture of COVID-19 shaming
After 10 months of trying to evade COVID-19, the virus finally caught me. No—I…
How to live your best life after an irritable bowel syndrome diagnosis
Chronic health conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may seem like a life sentence—that’s…
How 2020 became the year of the introvert
One day, we may look back on 2020 as one of great turmoil—but also…
Don’t shoot yourself in the foot. Here’s how to be a better social justice warrior online
The term "social justice warriors" should mean advocates for progressive causes. Internet trolls however…
Can’t sleep? Here are some surefire steps to treat insomnia
As a teenager, I was anxious, isolated, and afflicted with insomnia. Most days I…
How to flourish in spite of chronic illness
As the coronavirus pandemic wears on, stories have emerged of survivors who continue to…
Dogs are not tiny humans, OK? Now please just read ‘Cesar’s Way’
My 18-part blog series on dog dog ownership, Anxious Seeks Canine, was, firstly, an…
Anxious Seeks Canine – Part 1: ‘I am sending you’
“I think we have really good energy.” I stared at Derrick, trying not to…
Anxious Seeks Canine – Part 2: ‘Too soon bro!’
My tendency to plunge headlong into things often created problems that could easily have…
Anxious Seeks Canine – Part 3: ‘You’re weird’
“Why do you want to date me?” The question hung in the air for…
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