reflections.

why do we hesitate, even when we’re ready to move forward? cost, trust, and fear of making the wrong choice can turn reasonable caution into hesitation that gets in the way.

enjoyment gets questioned when it stops producing results. the pressure to monetize everything changes how people judge their time, hobbies, and rest, until even something done for enjoyment feels like it has to justify itself.

a reflection on how unresolved pain can shape behavior, relationships, and the patterns we pass forward without excusing harm or losing sight of boundaries and change.

Friendship (2025) isn’t just a dark comedy about awkward attempts at connection. It reflects the messy and imperfect ways we try to belong. This blog explores Craig’s struggle to connect, the tension with his family, and Austin’s perspective. It’s about how loneliness, social missteps, and the desire for acceptance can resonate deeply with anyone who has felt on the outside.

as representation in media becomes more visible, some audiences react with discomfort, framing inclusion as “forced” or political. default standards shape what feels normal, making visibility feel disruptive to people who were once centered without question.

the ongoing crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous people, and how jurisdiction, uneven media attention, and institutional response affect which cases receive attention and how they are handled.

some losses linger without explanation. 'remembering people i barely knew' explores why certain lives stay with us, even when closeness was brief or never fully formed.

Feeling average can start to feel like failure when being noticed becomes part of how we measure success. This piece reflects on self-worth, visibility, and learning to value ordinary effort without needing to stand out.