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Countering Despair with Joy
December crept in with equal parts heaviness and glitter and somewhere between the chaos and exhaustion, joy barged into my life uninvited – and very necessary. This post explores how small sparks of delight can be the difference between falling or flying, especially in times that feel like the world is on fire. A reminder that joy isn’t silly: it’s medicine. And yes… even Mariah Carey showing up at the perfect moment counts! Featured Image 2025 © Lunareth 🏷️ Tags and Trigger Warning: This post touches on despair, chronic illness, exhaustion, burnout, anxiety, world events, mental health struggles, survival mode, emotional overwhelm and the search for small joys. Please read…
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Life’s Essence – It’s My Life
When did joy become something shameful? When did wonder stop being wisdom? This is a love letter to every soul who was told they dream too loud. How joyful wonder is labeled immature and unfitting for a mature adult — while it should be the one thing we should deepen with age. Featured Image 2025 © Lunareth 🏷️ Tags and Trigger Warning: chronic illness, dreaming, joy, purpose, resilience, self-worth, writing, wonder, inspiration. This post discusses themes of internalized shame, chronic illness, ableism, emotional suppression and the quiet grief of being told to stop dreaming. Please read with care and kindness toward yourself. 🕯️ Disclaimer The story below reflects my personal…
