How many times have you heard "Life got in the way" ? How about "That is way out of my comfort zone!"? Can I do this? Feeling Stuck Before 50 As I approached my fifties, I felt trapped in an “it is what it is”  mindset. Somehow, I had learned to let my age define me and what I was “supposed” to do. Looking back, I realize how much I had been stuck on a predefined path—one I didn’t consciously choose. After my mom’s funeral, leaving her house was surreal. The world felt closed

Fifty seemed like a never number . When you’re in your twenties, it doesn’t exist. And then… suddenly, there it is. Right in your face. Like someone spun you around and you are standing in front of the 50 door . All you have to do is wake up and walk through it . Fifty has so many perks—but until you get there, they are a well-kept secret. A Fifty-Year-Old Walks Into a Bar A fifty-year-old woman walks into a bar… and the rest is history. This episode explores what turning 50

Depression is one of those topics that’s difficult to put into words. It’s easier to stay at a distance, to nod along to the conversation without fully engaging. Awareness is the first step, but how do we make it personal? How do we talk about our own depression ? Recording my latest podcast episode was surprisingly easy. Speaking into a microphone about my experiences felt natural. But publishing it? That’s when the real anxiety hit. Sharing your inner world invites opinions

“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.”— Dr. Seuss We’re surrounded by self-help quotes these days — scrolling through social media can feel like an endless parade of positivity with a side of pressure. There’s “Live your best life,” “Choose joy,”  and “Good vibes only.” But let’s be honest — it can all make your head spin. Then, there’s this one from Steve Jobs: “Your time is limited, so don't waste it livi

Let’s rewind to 2009. I started a little blog called “Sex’n’Fries.”  Why? Honestly, I didn’t fully know myself yet, and that’s part of the point. I wanted a space to laugh, discover, connect, and maybe heal —to tell my story without filters, to explore my authentic self, and occasionally wonder what the hell “finding yourself” even means. 💃 The Wild Side of Normal Here’s the thing: we’re not magazine-perfect models in tubs of champagne (unless you really are—no judgment). We

Self-image. Sounds simple, right? Ha.  Wrong. I thought this was going to be a deep but manageable conversation. Instead, it turned into a bottomless pit  of questions, confusion, and head-swirl moments. Self-image isn’t just how we see ourselves—it bleeds into identity, self-awareness, and the relentless pressure to be the “perfect” version of ourselves that self-help books, podcasts, and Instagram quotes promise. 🪞 What is Self-Image Anyway? Self-image:  The idea one has o

Mental illness is tough to talk about. Really tough. And yet, it’s something we need to talk about —not in passing, not with a shrug, but deeply, honestly, and without judgment. On Episode 2 of the Sex’n’Fries Podcast , I dive into the messiness of mental health: the fears, the stigma, and what it really means to live with a mind that sometimes doesn’t behave the way society expects. 🎙 Episode Takeaways Mental illness is complex . Environmental stress, genetics, and biochemi

Comfort zone bliss Have you ever wondered if your comfort zone is secretly holding you back? That cozy little bubble where everything feels safe, familiar, and blissful—could it also be stalling your emotional growth ? I’ve been thinking a lot about this lately, and here’s the truth: comfort zones feel good because fear feels bad . Fear is a natural, evolutionarily programmed response that keeps us safe. But it can also become a convincing excuse —a justification to avoid dis