Lately, it feels like the world is on fire — everywhere you look, anxiety, overwhelm, and pressure are swirling. Especially for women carrying the mental load of caregiving, parenting, work, and managing a household, it’s easy to feel like you’re disconnected from yourself, like a “head on a stick,” separated from your own body and needs.

Losing a vocal chord felt like the universe punching me in the face. She was saying, "Wake the f*ck up!”