I’d ask myself, “What is wrong with you?" And I wished I could say, "Nothing is wrong." But I knew better.
What My Fear of Flying Taught Me
Last week, I boarded a plane to Charleston for a bachelorette weekend. I’d been dreading the flight for months. Airplanes are not on my short list of comfort zones, so I try to avoid them at all costs. Why can’t we just drive? I thought to myself, fancying the idea of a 12-hour car ride … Continue reading What My Fear of Flying Taught Me
An Open Letter to My College Friends
Our memories aren’t all we have; they’re just the beginning.
Empathy Is Not Wrong, Society Is
People told me I wanted attention. That I craved sympathy. That I needed to be everyone's best friend. That I was nosy and dramatic. Soon, these became things I told myself, too.
My OCD and Me: Treading Water in a Drought
I bet they don’t tell you in the movies, or on social media, or even in psychology class, that OCD can affect the way you love, too.
Why You Should Consider Being an Organ Donor
You won't understand until it gets personal.