Josie SimonThe Silent StalkerIn the cracked, rose-tiled bathroom of an otherwise benign suburban house, Darren Miller turned the hot water tap, relishing the steam that…·4 min read·Jun 16, 2024----
Josie SimonThe Commercialization of “Self-Care”One of the things I hate the most about modern life is how “self-care” has been co-opted by big companies. Once a personal and intimate…·3 min read·Jun 15, 2024----
Josie SimonTrad Wife? No Thanks!Don’t be a trad wife! Seriously, what century are we living in? Life is a freaking gift, not a sentence to be chained to the kitchen sink…·2 min read·Jun 14, 2024----
Josie SimonEmail HellIt begins innocently enough, sitting at my desk with a steaming cup of coffee and a fresh resolve to tackle my towering email inbox. Little…·2 min read·Jun 13, 2024----
Josie SimonDitch the Heels: Reclaim Your Power and ComfortLadies, it is time to get real. The era of binding our feet in towering, painful shoes that serve no purpose other than to hobble and…·2 min read·Jun 12, 2024----
Josie SimonDr. Phil is a Horrible Person Exploiting the Mentally Ill for FameAmerica’s beloved TV psychologist, Dr. Phil McGraw, with his neat mustache and Southern drawl, is hailed by many as a beacon of wisdom. But…·3 min read·Jun 11, 2024----
Josie SimonThe Weight of Empty SpacesGrowing up with autism was painful. Each day was a cruel repetition, a constant reminder that I was different in ways that set me painfully…·3 min read·Jun 10, 2024----
Josie SimonYour not a perfectionist, you’re just scaredIn a world that relentlessly pressures individuals to excel, the term “perfectionist” is often worn like a badge of honor. It suggests a…·2 min read·Jun 6, 2024----
Josie SimonWhat depression can feel likeI wake up in the morning, and it feels like there is a heavy weight on my chest, pressing me down into the mattress. The alarm goes off…·3 min read·May 6, 2024----
Josie SimonHow to Catch a LiarIdentifying a lie has long been a challenge that fascinates humans. Whether it’s in personal relationships, professional settings, or…·3 min read·Mar 29, 2024----