The Gift of Giving in a World That Rejects Me

Essay on unseen generosity and systemic neglect. Celestia Quixs shares decades of giving—family support, caregiving, foster parenting, art, music—met with rejection, medical blacklisting, economic abuse, and family betrayal. A demand for compassion and justice.

Different Is Not Disorder

The article advocates for a compassionate understanding of those with mental health differences, challenging the notion that these differences are disorders needing correction. It promotes the neurodiversity paradigm, emphasizing the value of unique cognitive and emotional patterns. The piece highlights the importance of acceptance and encourages empathy rather than judgment toward diverse individuals.

Why ‘You’re Not Alone’ Isn’t Enough

The phrase "You're not alone" often fails to provide genuine emotional support to those in distress. While intended as comfort, it can feel empty if not accompanied by actionable support. Real empathy requires aligning words with actions, emphasizing the need for genuine assistance and understanding to alleviate feelings of isolation.

Jesus Christ: The Scapegoat and the End of Blame

This essay explores Jesus Christ's role and teachings, emphasizing responsibility and love for self and others. The author sees Jesus as a model for taking responsibility and love as the sole commandment. She believes in the importance of self-love and taking action to become someone worthy of that love, criticizing the cycle of scapegoating.

Challenging Gender Ideology: A Personal Discussion

In this digital age, many individuals are freely dispensing advice on how to define oneself. But how many of them actually follow their own words? I had intended to write an essay discussing gender ideology and the backlash against it. However, my opinions on both sides may be considered controversial. Here are the main points … Continue reading Challenging Gender Ideology: A Personal Discussion

Sick and Tired

Do we get what we deserve? I am sick and tired of the 'just think positive' people. I am tired of being told I chose my shitty, scapegoat life before I was born or that I agreed to it as a child in order to survive. No being would choose abuse. No child would agree … Continue reading Sick and Tired

Triggered, Attention-seeking, and Playing the Victim?

Everyone deals differently with grief and loss caused by death. One thing that is universal, though, is that a tragic death; i.e., death of a child or violent death, within a family tears most families apart in one way or another. My family—immediate, family of origin, and extended—has seen within it the cancer death of … Continue reading Triggered, Attention-seeking, and Playing the Victim?

Reviving Community Values

The excerpt reflects on the shift in societal mindset from selflessness to selfishness, emphasizing the importance of individual contributions to community growth. It critiques modern attitudes focused on personal gain and highlights a deterioration of true community values. The author calls for a revival of the mindset exemplified by Kennedy to rekindle collective responsibility and compassion.