We are brought up on fairytales. That love comes riding in on a white horse like a prince. That it mends, makes whole, rescues. But The Essence by Miranda Baron peels away the sparkles and presents the shadow fairytale, the one where the tower is a trap, the prince is a predator, and love is … Read more
We learned from fairy tales to be afraid of the wolf knocking at the door, the snarling beast with pointed teeth and ill will. But in the real world, the Big Bad Wolves do not always have the appearance of danger. They perfume themselves with charm. They smile. They offer promises wrapped in silk. And … Read more
Reflecting Back with Purpose Pain transforms us. Whether it’s sorrow, loss, betrayal, or inner turmoil, it etches deep grooves into our narrative. But what if the scars aren’t just markers of misery—what if they’re also maps to resilience? That’s where the power of reflection begins. Reflection is not just recalling. It’s remembering with purpose, looking … Read more
Why writing helps us heal When life gets the best of us and all seems dark, we tend to search for something—or anything—that can once again make us breathe. For others, writing is that lifeline. Writing isn’t merely laying down words on paper. Writing is letting out the weight we carry, taking silent pain and … Read more