Depression? Not on my radar. Even when I hid, crying in bathroom stalls at work, I chided myself: You’re not incapacitated. You’re not missing deadlines. What depression?

Then I discovered high-functioning depression—and the invisible came to light.

We often hear about emotional release in extremes — tears, therapy, breakdowns, or dramatic moments of “letting it all out.” And while I respect that level of expressive flair, I’ve come to realise that healing doesn’t always have to be loud to be real.

Have you ever said yes to an invitation when you really wanted to say no? Spent way too long editing a simple text to avoid upsetting someone? Pretended to like something you hated because you felt so uncomfortable disagreeing?  This article is for you.

So, what is it like to be a Glass Child when you’re 50? Glass Child is a term often used to describe a child who has had to grow up with a sibling whose illness, disability, developmental issue or high-attention need requires more parental attention. In this article, Yasmeen shares her sage experience.

A love letter to the people and places that held me steady. For anyone feeling alone: community and connection can be lifelines. Seek out the spaces—and people—that help you feel safe, seen, and supported.

It’s one thing to navigate conflicts with friends and family, but it’s an entirely different skill set to respond to conflict with a complete stranger in public. How would you react if someone publicly shamed you without warning? What can you do in such moments to protect your peace?