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…Jun 16Jun 16
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…Jun 15Jun 15
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…Jun 14Jun 14
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…Jun 13Jun 13
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…Jun 12Jun 12
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…Jun 11Jun 11
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…Jun 10Jun 10
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…Jun 6Jun 6
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…May 6May 6
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…Mar 29Mar 29