There are years and times in one’s life that change automatically. It’s like a magic wand waved across one’s head and it finally dawns on a person that she or he has the power to control their life. Before then, one believes their life is control by others and circumstance. Sometimes people never grow out of that mindset. They become prisoners in their own mind.

Luckily, I have finally realized I have the potential to change my life. It’s not going to be easy.  I need some super stre...

I've been thinking a lot about independence lately. What do I think and feel about myself is what makes me an individual. If I think I need to rely on others’ opinions, then I’m mostly part of a group. I’m not an individual as I care too much on what others think. This seems very basic and simple to do, but it is not. I still struggle with wanting confirmation on my ideas or my future plans. This is dangerous in a way because I may miss a direction that can open up a whole new world for...

“A good writer says things that other people don't say."

Theresa McMillan