Tag: life

• Performative Patty

  

  The author describes feeling the need to constantly accomplish things to validate their worth, stemming from childhood experiences and familial expectations. They reflect on the impact of performative behavior and the need for self-validation, ultimately emphasizing the importance of self-worth and kindness, and the futility of trying to prove one’s worth to others.

  carmenbine

  April 26, 2024

  ADHD, Growing up

  ADHD, Growing up, life, love, love, mental-health, performative behavior, self loathing, Self worth, self-love, self-love, task-based relationships, thoughts, validation

• The Invisible Mom

  

  The struggle of a multitasking mom/student/volunteer is real. Overworked, unseen and burnt out. How can we find balance and support?

  carmenbine

  March 22, 2024

  Health and Wellness, Uncategorized

  ADHD, Family, KIDS, life, Marriage is overrated, Mental load, Mom, motherhood, Overworked, parenting

• Family Fun Friday

  

  A tradition I never knew I needed… Fridays have become a tradition of family games, movies, food, and fun, not putdowns and shame. Every Friday, we rotate on who chooses the activity. The kids always groan when it’s my turn because I always choose a cool 80’s or 90’s flick that is live-action (not a…

  carmenbine

  March 21, 2024

  Uncategorized

  ADHD, childhood, children, disney, Family, Fridays, Goonies, Growing up, KIDS, life