A Journey Through Health, Weight Loss, Creativity, and Self-Discovery

Last Wednesday was one of the scariest days of my life.   At around 8 a.m. on January 21st, 2026, I was a few days into my period. The cramps were uncomfortable but manageable , nothing I hadn’t dealt with before. Then the cold sweats started. If you live with chronic pain, you know that moment when your body shifts and you realize something much worse is coming.   Within minutes, the pain became unbearable. I started vomiting. My roommates weren’t home. I was alone in my apa

Lately, it feels like every conversation around GLP-1 medications comes with strong opinions. People are either afraid of them, or resentful of the people who use them. Very rarely do I see space for nuance, facts, or personal context. So, I want to talk about it, honestly. Why GLP-1s Make People Uncomfortable I think a lot of the fear and resentment surrounding GLP-1s comes from misunderstanding. There is a widespread belief that these medications are a “shortcut” or an “eas

I’ve gone back and forth about sharing this, but I think it’s time to be honest, not just with others, but with myself. Since August, I’ve lost 33 pounds. My starting weight was 267 pounds, the heaviest I’ve ever been. I’ve struggled with my weight since I was 18, largely due to health issues beyond my control, including PCOS and adrenal Cushing’s. For years, it felt like my body was working against me no matter what I tried. That kind of battle doesn’t just affect your body,