February 2026 – Minding my mind

Avoidant

An avoidant is a personality disorder that is marked by poor self-esteem and an intense fear of rejection. People with the condition often avoid social situations to avoid these feelings. Or, an avoidant attachment style is a pattern where individuals steer clear of emotional closeness and tend to minimize the importance of intimate relationships, oftenContinue reading “Avoidant”

Valentine for Meghan

I regret causing you pain. It hurts me too. I’m sorry for the times I reacted from fear instead of love. I’m sorry for the moments I withdrew instead of communicating, for trying to control what I should have trusted. I’m learning now — learning to listen better, to slow down, to speak with careContinue reading “Valentine for Meghan”

Thoughts

I know there is science backing this, but I really am frustrated about the thoughts running through my head the moment I lay down at night and no idea what, or how to express any of it when it comes time to sit here. Last weekend was MMV’s 45 birthday and I sent her aContinue reading “Thoughts”