This question is posed to me by anxiety all the time. But it’s especially present when I’m standing on the precipice of the unknown. A new job, a big move, a large purchase - doesn’t seem to matter whether I’ve done my research and over thought every possibility, anxiety still comes a’knocking with that same stale question: what if I choose wrong?
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On Politics & Pointy Things
My heart was pounding in my ears. I was visibly sweaty. Windows were popping open on my screen causing tiny little panic attacks, one after another. "YOU'RE LIVE," "DELETE," "POST TO FEED," "END LIVE NOW," "ADD A DESCRIPTION."
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$12 to Better Mental Health
I stood on the corner of State and Magnolia staring down at the little coin purse in my hands. It still brandished the price tag on its vinyl front. As if emblazoned with a scarlet letter, the handwritten price was plain for all to see - $12. I couldn’t spend $12 on a coin purse I didn’t even like that much! The smell of fresh rain falling on dry cement filled my nose as I listened to the cars rushing by me, their tires made louder by the puddles forming along the curb, as the voice in my head continued its attacks. What’s wrong with you? You’re so irresponsible. Are…
