Ever since I was a child, I've been sensitive to the feelings of others. I've always been in touch with my own feelings. Cried at seeing others in pain, especially children or animals. In a world where we hear things like "the sin of empathy" or how having compassion for those struggling is apparently a …
Monasticism. An institutionalized religious practice or movement whose members attempt to live by a rule that requires works that go beyond those of either the laity or the ordinary spiritual leaders of their religions.Britannica To preface: I don't live a monastic life, obviously. I wouldn't be allowed to have this blog, for starters. Aside from the adult …
Continue reading How monasticism is helping my mental health
CONTENT WARNING: Mentions of depression and suicide. Reader discretion is advised. “Don’t Worry About The Darkness In My Soul. It Ignites Me Like An Embered Coal.” – Anon I suppose it's quite easy to say we all have a 'dark side'. But of course, this is subjective is to what 'dark side' people refer to. …
CW: Miscarriage, pregnancy loss. Written in the form of an open letter. I've been flip-flopping on writing this for a while. It's many of my thoughts if I could speak openly to the baby I miscarried at 23. I still feel guilt at times that talking about my feelings looks like I'm making 'a mountain …
I've spoke a bit recently about my take on faith and spirituality, finding my faith etc. I suppose I'm technically more spiritual than religious, but if someone asked if I was religious, my response is pretty much the same: 'In my own way.' I've mentioned before that reading verse from holy books is calming for me. …
Becoming Violet Grey 