Silent Battles is a powerful, honest space that gives a voice to unseen struggles, hidden emotions, and quiet pain. Through raw reflection, healing words, and creative storytelling, this stream explores anxiety, loneliness, trauma, self-doubt, resilience, and hope. It is a reminder that even in silence, there is strength — and that no one has to face their battles alone. Click to read, reflect, and begin the journey toward healing and self-discovery.

Before the assassination of the self is complete, there is often a flash of blinding overload. This entry documents the mechanics of "Empathia"—the raw, unprotected ability to feel—and how it is inevitably "enervated" by the demands of others. It analyzes the transition from "seraphic candescence" to a necessary, strategic numbness. Here, apathy is not a failure of feeling, but a defensive "ploy" constructed to survive the "imperial divine."

A no-stress, Black-girl-friendly guide to keeping your natural hair healthy and growing. No crazy routines. No expensive products. Just what actually works.

How to make your hair last a month in a protective style, maintain moisture, and avoid breakage from ponytails. About a 10 minute read 🥰.

In this entry, we conduct a forensic accounting of emotional insolvency. When the currency of connection is unilaterally devalued by one party, the other is left holding the debt of unrequited effort. This poem explores the "dissolution" of a bond not through heartbreak, but through the cold logic of a ledger that no longer balances. It is the documentation of burnout—where the spirit does not refuse to give, but simply lacks the capital to continue.

Do you follow your Shadow? Perhaps is your Shadow the leader? listen to what my opinion is and at the end, you agree?

The motivational struggle within yourself is the internal battle between doubt and determination. Even when your mind feels heavy and obstacles rise from your own thoughts, continuing to push forward shows strength. The struggle isn’t weakness—it’s proof that you’re still fighting, growing, and becoming stronger through every step you take.

Five Years After I've Passed (This is a fictional story I created about what might happen if I were to pass away.) I've written two POVs; this one is the longer version.

"we move the concept of the T.H.U.G. Shaman from general spiritual awareness to a defined, so-called 'sovereign', and self-determining theological and historical stance, or do we?" is answered with a definitive yes, based on the text provided. The use of "so-called 'sovereign'" cleverly acknowledges the complexity of the term while retaining the core concept of self-determination—a central theme of the ''Muurish principles''......Here is the part and partial ultimate, not quite refined summary and intellectual positioning for this project, intended for use in this project descriptions away from liner notes, that fully incorporates some of the philosophical layers.

Happy Wednesday, Thread-Heads! We're halfway through the week—let's check in with our nervous systems. One of the greatest gifts crochet gave me in early recovery was a way to ground myself when my anxiety felt like a runaway train. When your mind is loud, your hands need something quiet and repetitive to do.

Hello, Thread-Heads! It’s Monday, and if you’re like me, sometimes the thought of the whole week ahead feels like trying to start a king-sized blanket with zero yarn. Overwhelming! Today, we focus on The First Stitch—the absolute core of recovery, resilience, and every creative endeavor.

Hello, Thread-Heads and Fellow Seekers! I'm Aurora Meadows (the Owl 🌙), and welcome to The Hook & The Thread! If you’re here, you probably know a little about me: I'm a passionate crocheter, a mental health advocate, and a recovering addict. For a long time, my life felt like a knot of chaotic, tangled yarn—messy, frayed, and far too tight.

Hello, friends, and welcome! I’m Aurora Meadows, and I’m thrilled you’ve stumbled into my cozy corner of NOTD.io. If you know me, you know two things: I’m a passionate crocheter, and my life is a story of recovery and resilience. For a long time, my mental health felt like a messy, snarled knot of yarn—frayed edges, confusing colours, and far too much tension. I was seeking external solutions to numb internal pain. But here’s what I learned on the journey toward sobriety and healing:

In today’s society, there are those who promote the culture of death with their words and deeds. No respect for life. No respect for the sanctity and dignity of life. However, there are others who are willing to take a stand and promote the culture of life to counter the disordered, unnatural moral order. Back in Pope Paul VI’s papacy, many dissented on various moral issues. One of them was sterilization. At that time, eugenic programs existed in the United States as a means for population control and combating poverty. Before going into the context of the Church’s clear, unequivocal stance on direct sterilization, the two means- vasectomies for males and tubal ligations for females- are direct sterilization procedures.

MEMORIS 6: The Black Betrayal Themes: Motherhood gone astray. Virgin Mary vs Mary Magdalene. Emasculating sons, corrupting daughters. Generational destruction. Womb’s betrayal of future children. Mud, slime, path to turmoil.

In today's fast-paced world, prioritizing mental wellbeing is more crucial than ever. It's not just about the absence of mental illness, but about the presence of positive characteristics. These include feeling content, capable, and connected. Taking proactive steps to nurture your mental health can significantly enhance your overall quality of life.

this is a really short poem but i just wanted to share it somewhere so i set all this up to share a single poem but i will probably write more!

Anxiety is the bane of my existence. Sometimes the thoughts in my head don't shut up. I'm sure plenty of people can relate to this.

The desire to steal could stem from mental health issues such as compulsive stealing being the root issue

STOP THE VOICES IN MY HEAD WONT SHUT UP. They won’t shut up I CANT think I can’t breathe!! Why why why so many people have it worse I’m just a little shithead in middle school.