The Depp/Heard trial, and more so, the social saturation, the reactions of people I know, the overwhelming toxicity that surrounded it are massively triggering to anyone with PTSD from sexual abuse and violence.

In all of the stress and frustration surrounding my recent doctors' visits, I've stopped a number of my healthy habits. I need to calm down, focus, and re-establish these habits, so that the anger doesn't have so much of a detrimental effect on my body.

After nearly 30 years, I'm tapering off gabapentin. These days, many causes of my pain are more specifically treated by other medications.

Adenomyosis is not well understood by general practitioners and gynecologists. It is a different beast to endometriosis with markedly different symptoms but likely similar causes.

For many years, I've set a yearly intention in a word or phrase. In the last few years, I've seen the most positive progress in almost all aspects of my life. Gentle persistence has become my personal mantra, and I don't think I will change it in the years to come.

For many years, I've set a yearly intention in a word or phrase. In the last few years, I've seen the most positive progress in almost all aspects of my life. Gentle persistence has become my personal mantra, and I don't think I will change it in the years to come.

Access a sampler of new free resources in the August Open House. All Enthusiasts and Sponsors who sign up by the end of the month will receive double rewards and a handwritten thank you.

At the tail end of the pandemic, even with social distancing and hygiene measures, artist dates out in the 'real world' can feel overwhelming. Virtual artist dates get around that.

Writing for work needs to be a constant stream, but it's hard to write around moods, ill health, and bad habits like perfectionism.

The technical knowledge required and the range of choices for streaming gear can be extremely daunting to even experienced streamers. And while any tech gear list becomes out of date quickly, lists from earlier years are a useful starting point for new streamers.