These Silent Things
With a quill, I inspire...
Still Here
Some weeks, the thoughts don’t come fully formed. They sit like bricks instead. Unwilling to be shaped into neat paragraphs.
2/5/2026
Why I Write
Writing is the only place silence listens back.
1/23/2026
2026 Reflection: Who Are You Beyond Others' Expectations?
The piece explores self-identity and the impact of prioritizing others' comfort over personal needs. It highlights the importance of confronting uncomfortable questions about one's true self, the resentment that follows self-erasure, and what becomes possible when you stop pleasing others.
1/9/2026
A Quiet Thank You (and a Happy Everything)
As the year draws to a close, this post is a heartfelt pause, a quiet thank you to my readers, a moment of reflection, and warm wishes for the season ahead. Whether you’ve read, shared, commented, or simply passed by, you’ve been part of something meaningful here.
12/20/2025Personal Growth and Development
3 posts
My 'Not Just Worth It' List
Guess who's back at Silent Things? Yep, it's YOU! I stumbled upon this article on Quora, about "20 things that aren't worth it." Got my brain churning, and it got me thinking about the things that, in my humble opinion,...
12/29/2023
Where Do You Want to Be in 5 Years: Part 2
This part 2 blog post encourages you to take a proactive approach to shaping your future.
11/8/2023
Where Do You Want to Be in 5 Years: A Roadmap to Your Future
Crafting a thoughtful five-year plan involves self-reflection, defining specific goals across various life aspects, breaking them down into manageable steps, and creating a timeline for achievement. Flexibility is key as life changes can require adjustments.
10/19/2023Mindfulness and Well-being
3 posts
Prioritizing Mindfulness and Self-Care
The importance of self-care and mindfulness in daily life.
10/27/2023
Embracing Mindfulness
In the rush of our everyday lives, it's easy to get caught up in the chaos and fast pace. To become swept away by the torrent of thoughts, tasks, worries, and distractions that constantly vie for our attention and...
10/10/2023
I’m Not Supposed To Be Here
Life's pressures can impact mental health and life goals, yet it's okay not to be where you planned. Give yourself permission to breathe, exist, and relish in life's simple pleasures.
10/6/2023Motivation and Inspiration
3 posts
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Failing Your Way To Success [Part 2]: Embracing Setbacks on the Journey
When we speak of success and failure being an integral part of it, we fail to take certain things into consideration, and that gap is what we will be discussing in this continuation.
10/4/2023
Sobering Reality: Embracing Life's Unfiltered Truths
Life, in all its beauty and complexity, often confronts us with moments of stark clarity, moments that demand we face the unvarnished truth. These moments, though sobering, have the power to transform us, to shake us...
9/28/2023
Stay Hungry: Reigniting Your Flame
It has been a long journey, one that led me through a long hiatus and uncertainty. But guess what? We're back, and I'm here to remind you that the fire of inspiration still burns within you. In this comeback blog...
9/25/2023Career and Purpose
2 posts
Unveiling the Myth: Work-Life Balance
There's a big struggle for work-life balance, and the conventional 40-hour work weeks does not promote mental well-being.
11/25/2023Where Do You Want to Be in 5 Years: A Roadmap to Your Future
Crafting a thoughtful five-year plan involves self-reflection, defining specific goals across various life aspects, breaking them down into manageable steps, and creating a timeline for achievement. Flexibility is key as life changes can require adjustments.
10/19/2023