Truly a refreshing read! I had a conversation recently about women exhibiting what you called the “3 C’s” behaviors. It’s fascinating how society often overlooks expectations like emotional regulation and communication skills for women, instead defaulting to pretty accurate stereotypes of gossiping, envy, and chaos amongst women. The best you can do is remove yourself and seek friendships with women who participate in self-mastery!!
Yes!!! Self-mastery is key. I still think many women won't reach that point because society and social media enable them so badly. Thank you so much for reading!
The school lessons continue… thank you for not only being vulnerable in sharing your stories of girlhood but providing us with tools, suggestions and examples of mental and physical practices to take on that lead to healing and self-development.
What I enjoyed most was the insight about not taking on the what and why of others’ actions in regard to their wrongdoings and how freeing it is to not chase those answers but to instead learn more about yourself and continue to grow.
The thing that pisses me off about the current state of mass media is that THIS is the kind of content that should be in a magazine/newsletter. I’m really enjoying this series. Rip all the bandaids off.
I always enjoy reading your work because you never fail to ask or state the “hard thing “
Your journey has been very therapeutic for me as well. And while I don’t see you comparing yourself to other artists, it bothers me sometimes when I think about the women/artists that people can quote off the top of their head and their not reciting content like this… but at the same time, the way you tailor your work is so intentional that’s it’s like, of course not everyone will be, because not everyone can stomach confronting themselves so deeply.
I’ve been writing since I was like 5, worked around plenty of writers over the years, and you are the only person who I will switch apps for because I see you posted something.
I'm still here. Thank you so much, Rai. This really means a lot to me. I don't compare myself to other artists and creatives because I truly believe what is for me is for me and will come in due time. For now, I am committed to sharing my ideas and working with the rest of the world, and I'm very appreciative of people like you who continue to show me support. No matter how many apps I join or start over.
Bravo! My last thread to the past was clipped early last year when a “BFF’s” mask slipped—on vacation, of all places. In that exact moment, the veil of friendship lifted, and suddenly, all the weird shit I used to excuse made perfect sense. One lesson I’m carrying with me as I move forward is embracing the natural seasonality of everything. Attachments can freeze you in place, locking you into stagnation. This perfectly captures the underbelly of women’s friendships 🖤
Truly a refreshing read! I had a conversation recently about women exhibiting what you called the “3 C’s” behaviors. It’s fascinating how society often overlooks expectations like emotional regulation and communication skills for women, instead defaulting to pretty accurate stereotypes of gossiping, envy, and chaos amongst women. The best you can do is remove yourself and seek friendships with women who participate in self-mastery!!
Yes!!! Self-mastery is key. I still think many women won't reach that point because society and social media enable them so badly. Thank you so much for reading!
Enable is the best word to really describe it all 😭 I look forward to reading more articles!!!
The school lessons continue… thank you for not only being vulnerable in sharing your stories of girlhood but providing us with tools, suggestions and examples of mental and physical practices to take on that lead to healing and self-development.
What I enjoyed most was the insight about not taking on the what and why of others’ actions in regard to their wrongdoings and how freeing it is to not chase those answers but to instead learn more about yourself and continue to grow.
Soot on. Great read. Love your style — I had to subscribe!
Thank you so much!
Oops I meant to say spot on not soot on. 😂
The thing that pisses me off about the current state of mass media is that THIS is the kind of content that should be in a magazine/newsletter. I’m really enjoying this series. Rip all the bandaids off.
I always enjoy reading your work because you never fail to ask or state the “hard thing “
Your journey has been very therapeutic for me as well. And while I don’t see you comparing yourself to other artists, it bothers me sometimes when I think about the women/artists that people can quote off the top of their head and their not reciting content like this… but at the same time, the way you tailor your work is so intentional that’s it’s like, of course not everyone will be, because not everyone can stomach confronting themselves so deeply.
I’ve been writing since I was like 5, worked around plenty of writers over the years, and you are the only person who I will switch apps for because I see you posted something.
I'm still here. Thank you so much, Rai. This really means a lot to me. I don't compare myself to other artists and creatives because I truly believe what is for me is for me and will come in due time. For now, I am committed to sharing my ideas and working with the rest of the world, and I'm very appreciative of people like you who continue to show me support. No matter how many apps I join or start over.
Bravo! My last thread to the past was clipped early last year when a “BFF’s” mask slipped—on vacation, of all places. In that exact moment, the veil of friendship lifted, and suddenly, all the weird shit I used to excuse made perfect sense. One lesson I’m carrying with me as I move forward is embracing the natural seasonality of everything. Attachments can freeze you in place, locking you into stagnation. This perfectly captures the underbelly of women’s friendships 🖤