The Validation Vice

Let Me Have My Moment

In this episode I talk about my thoughts on our experiences within society. It’s always felt as though there exists undertones of competition in what we share with others. I find this to be a struggle. Is it a reality or just my perspective? Let’s dive in.

I Need To Vent - Ozempic

I’m at my wits end these days with how society promotes self-hate and body image issues. Let’s venture into the inner workings of my thoughts as I pondered the root cause of our problems and just how blatantly obvious and apparent they’ve become, in my eyes at least. Food for thought. Content Warning: Weight loss & Ozempic, Vaccine Controversy

The Validation Vice

A moment of self-awareness causes self-awakening. I explore my thoughts and feelings about my behaviours, what it has taught me and the ways in which it continues to do so. This a mid-journey episode and is a type of formal update without being written in the name.

A Core Memory - Jan 16/25 Update

I recalled a memory, an interaction I had with a patient that stuck with me over the years. In this episode I dive into that specific memory and shed some light on what it means with where I’m currently at in life. I also provide a bit of an update, though cryptic in nature. It felt good to get it out creatively I will say.

A Double Edged Sword

It’s interesting how inspiration for episodes pops up suddenly during everyday conversations in my life. This is one of those episodes. Stigma surrounding mental health that is anything less than ‘perfect’ holds a lot of weight and shame. In this episode I discuss some of the factors that I recently recognized as being disturbing to acknowledge. Perhaps it can help shed some perspective in your mind as to how you interact with the world in the future as a result.