Mrs. Smith is a pseudonym. “A woman wouldn’t molest a girl,” the officer scoffed, tossing down his pad and pen. “And Mrs. Smith? She’s married. Has a husband and sons. Why are you making up these accusations?” He believed the single story of who a predator is. I stared at the officer in disbelief. Once […]
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IIH Diagnosis: A Rare Medical Condition While Coping With Grief
Written by Melissa Coley This article discusses infant loss and may trigger some readers. My name is Melissa, and at 22, I became a cyborg. Alright, not exactly, but I had a dual VP shunt implanted into my skull after my IIH diagnosis, and jokes have been made that it is fairly similar. After many […]
8 Examples of Resilience in Life and Business From Real People
Resilience is the silent force behind many personal triumphs and professional comebacks. We’ve gathered eight powerful stories from founders, directors, and coaches, exploring their examples of resilience, from overcoming debt to turning career setbacks into stepping-stones. Learn how their ability to be resilient impacted their life. If you want to become more resilient, learn about […]
Overcome Echoes of Traumatic Holidays Past: Unwrapping Childhood Memories
In the complex tapestry of childhood memories regarding the holidays, joy and trauma often intertwine. This creates a mosaic of experiences, intrusive memories, and timelines that are a little off. This resilient story delves into the realms of festive joy, familial challenges, and the profound impact of trauma on memory. This personal recollection of Christmases […]
My Foster Care Story: Surviving a Horrific Adoption
Written by Lily Mae Foster care stories can be heartwarming, yet sometimes they are tales of resilience and survival. My life’s journey has been a series of tumultuous waves, starting from my birth and ultimately taking me back into the world of foster care as a teenager. Foster care, they say, is easier on the […]
My Mom Unbelievably Set up the Loss of My Virginity
This resilient story is about how my mother pressured me to lose my virginity because she thought I was too old to still be a virgin. Losing one’s virginity should be something they decide to do on their own when the time is right. Not something they feel pressured to do by others. It also […]