MOODBOARD MEMOIRS

At 34, I’m learning that self-care isn’t bubble baths — it’s showing up for the version of me who needs peace tomorrow. This journal-style reflection explores what it means to heal, rebuild, and finally take future me into consideration.

A late-night spiral about roommates, shared spaces, and how the word "my" can quietly shift the energy of a home. A candid look at cohabitation, emotional territory, and why the couch shouldn’t feel like contested land.

From Beanie Babies to Squishmallows, this personal essay explores the evolution of comfort collecting—and why embracing softness as adults might be the most rebellious self-care move we make.

Reflecting on past versions of yourself can be heartbreaking—especially after deep loss. This honest journal-style entry explores grief, identity, therapy, and the quiet courage it takes to keep going when you barely recognize yourself.

Ever lose sleep over a cringey moment no one else remembers? Same. This midnight journal entry dives into the spotlight effect, self-judgment, and the soft freedom of realizing no one’s keeping score but you.

Millennials are redefining what it means to build a life—from chosen family to therapy and soft routines. In a world shaped by burnout and broken systems, we're creating new traditions on our own terms—messy, honest, and ours.

A personal reflection on losing and finding your way back to reading, featuring soul-sucking retail jobs, romance novels that hit different, and those precious moments between customers when stories become sanctuaries. From sneaking books behind the counter to rediscovering the magic with Ana Huang's King of Envy, this is about how sometimes the things we love most just need a different kind of quiet to find their way back home.

Discover how a simple whiteboard became an unexpected ADHD management tool in this raw and relatable story about finding peace with a chaotic mind. From late-night productivity spirals to morning coffee revelations, explore how sometimes the best solutions aren't about forcing organization, but giving your thoughts room to breathe.

A midnight reflection on choosing yourself and recognizing your worth, inspired by watching my girlfriend walk away from a toxic workplace. This personal essay explores the myth of being "stuck," the power of saying no, and why choosing yourself isn't selfish – it's survival.

A midnight confessional from a romance writer wrestling with perfectionism and first-draft anxiety. Explore the honest struggles of creative overthinking, complete with cold Tim Hortons cups, research rabbit holes, and the courage it takes to finally write that messy first page.

Discover why staying in your comfort zone might be holding you back from reaching your true potential. From midnight scrolling to life-changing decisions, explore how embracing discomfort leads to personal growth, and learn practical steps to start expanding your boundaries - one small brave choice at a time.

A relatable late-night reflection on anxiety, overthinking, and learning to let go. This comforting piece explores the universal experience of lying awake at 2 AM, overthinking life's awkward moments, and finding peace in the shared human experience of just trying our best.

Late night confessions: I'm writing a book! Join me on this journey as I share the behind-the-scenes of crafting a spicy adult romance set in the Canadian prairies. From midnight writing sessions to character development and creative breakthroughs, follow along as I transform from blogger to novelist!

Waiting feels like watching delivery status updates - we're all just refreshing life's app, hoping our dreams aren't lost in transit. Sometimes being patient is the hardest part of manifesting magic.

A personal reflection on understanding a father's mental health struggles through aging, exploring grief, growth, and the bittersweet wisdom

A heartfelt exploration of supporting loved ones through self-love while maintaining healthy boundaries and remembering your own worth.

A milestone reflection on 50 posts, exploring GirlyStonerPop journey, lessons in content creation and the power of authentic storytelling.

A heartfelt reflection on turning 30, trading chaotic 20s for controlled magic. For '95 babies ready to shine in their dirty thirties.

From office politics to mean girl energy, let's talk about those who never left high school. True power isn't making others feel small.

When we dim our self-worth, that energy ripples out, touching everyone in our circle. Your vibe is their background music. Let's turn it up!