If you are in the midst of an affair, you may want to avoid this for now. This was created years after the initial affair, when other ones which were more damaging had already happened. It was created after I had spent years healing and moving on. I was able to be a bit flippant and, in some parts, stilly, in others I share a deep sense of heartbreak which might make you cry if you are there now.
Healing After Betrayal
Healing after experiencing infidelity
Dirty on the Downlow – A 15‑Song “Mini Musical” About Betrayal, Truth, and Finding Hope Again
"Dirty on the Downlow" is a digital mini musical featuring 14 episodes that explores betrayal and emotional resilience in a world of pageants. A pregnant wife's life unravels, revealing layers of heartbreak and hope through symbolic songs. Episodes release weekly, inviting viewers to experience the evolving narrative in real time.
Why Obsessing Over Someone Else’s Behavior Keeps You Stuck
Interpersonal rumination involves negative thinking about others' actions, causing frustration and powerlessness. This pattern can lead to increased anger, anxiety, and strained relationships. To break the cycle, one should shift focus from blame to personal agency and boundaries. Healing comes from internal reflection rather than waiting for others to change.
Hard to schedule during the holidays? -host Thanksmas
After divorce, the author created "Thanksmas," a hybrid celebration for Thanksgiving and Christmas on a Saturday in December. This open-house event fosters joy and community, attracting numerous guests over the years. With a mix of festive recipes and decorations, Thanksmas emerged as a personal tradition, alleviating holiday stress and enhancing family connections.
In case you need a reminder
Reminder that you matter
Updated – You are not a dumb ass
You're not dumb because you were cheated on.
What you think or feel is not always true
What if your thoughts and feelings aren't always "true"? How can you check yourself and work through things?
Ego pulls that crap from time to time
I’m so grateful that I can breathe. I feel I can handle all needs financially, health wise, mentally, spiritually, and more. I lean on the fact that these things are mine and I’m grateful for them. Healing is about opening up, like the quote about pain being where the light comes in. To heal we … Continue reading Ego pulls that crap from time to time
You are not a dumbass.
She makes me think of this book I read where a creepy neighbor dresses up as a woman so he can spy in people’s windows and not be caught. It’s about this vibe of mental illness mixed with probably learned narcissism and the world view of a three year old that it’s all about me. … Continue reading You are not a dumbass.
Loving without abandon and feeling no fear in the face of that love given so freely.
Sometimes when I feel distracted, I write for a few minutes to get the creative process of life flowing through me. I feel like I better start finding ways to think of other people soon of ways to support and help other people in a way that makes a difference in life. I say that … Continue reading Loving without abandon and feeling no fear in the face of that love given so freely.