No, I’m NOT fat shaming the plus-sized population The plus-sized movement is on a roll to promote body positivity, self-love, highly inclusive sizing, and a rage against the slim community. Inadvertently, they’re also promoting self-destruction and praising the act of slowly killing yourself. In general, inclusivity is a good thing…

Horror film level achieved Before I met my wife I spent a decent amount of time swiping my life away. One day, about six years ago, I stumbled on someone I genuinely enjoyed talking to. …

People are getting bolder by the minute It isn’t unusual to be bullied at the gym. To receive stares, glares, or hear some unsolicited weight-loss advice isn’t rare. I used to weigh over 300 pounds. I’ve spent hours in the gym trying to move my body more, and after losing…

What I saw, how much I made, and how it impacted my writing going forward If you’re thirsting for success on Medium and wonder what it’s like to be behind the screen when an article goes viral, I’m going to give you an inside look. From my perspective, things are…

You both need a space to feel heard and understood Every relationship will have its fair share of arguments. Knowing what to say, when and how to say it, can be difficult under the best of circumstances. Under stress? Even more so. Learn how your partner communicates Everyone communicates differently, so it is important to…

The most profound social experiment that’s ever existed Marriage can be one of the most challenging things you ever do, but it’s also one of the most rewarding — so here are 10 things to keep in mind when you find yourself in one. Marriage is a job

Learning to live life with a little less stress Life is stressful, and this past year has been one of the most stressful years of my life thus far. My body has taken a huge toll as well as my mind and emotions. I’ve had more Lupus flares than normal…

There’s nothing quite like the love of a good friend They make everything better and turn bad days into good ones. …

Because people don’t think before they speak, most of the time The world is a more inclusive place than it was fifty years ago. Maybe even 20 years ago — but sadly, there is still an overwhelming amount of ignorance and general assumptions about gay couples. Being in a gay…