We were always at it with each other. The last fight was the nastiest. I said some hurtful things I did not mean. After all, it was a fight. I got the call a few weeks later. He was dead. He died and I never got to tell him I was sorry. He died believing I meant all the mean and hurtful things I said to him. Since starting my work as a story coach to women, this by ... view the post
Wine + Journals – A FemmePowered Event
This event will be hosted in Trinidad on 29 April 2017 - 3-6 pm Unwined Wine Bar, 80 Eastern Main Road and Henry Street Arouca, Trinidad. I love stories and recognize their importance. I find solace, comfort, and hope in them. I believe that all our stories matter and they are worth sharing. We do ourselves a great injustice when we don't see the significance of our ... view the post
If you can feel, you can write
Life has a funny way of making us yearn for tangible proofs. The need to touch, to see, to hold—this has often guided my perception of what's "real" and what's not. Because of this bias, emotions, those ethereal and unseen waves of feelings, often got pushed to the background in my world. Yet, as I've come to learn, emotions are the colors with which we paint our lives. ... view the post
Writing for Well-being
Feeling overwhelmed or mentally foggy? Writing may be the remedy. Studies highlight its benefits in reducing anxiety and boosting mental clarity. Writing serves as a tool to connect with our inner wisdom, enabling a clearer introspection amidst life's chaos. Through writing, we gain space to express, confront fears, and gain self-insight. Benefits of Writing for ... view the post
Sneak-peek of documentary feature
Happy International Women's Day! In case you did not know, International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8 every year to commemorate the movement for women's rights. Today, I thought it would be good to give you a sneak-peek into an interview I did with documentary filmmaker Carla Reboucas and Ms. Gloria Payne-Banfield. Carla is from Brazil and sails the ... view the post