I graduated college after a severe traumatic brain injury.

Things We Forget

By Gentle Witch

Graduated college with a double major

Former federal government employee

  • Parent’s Love

    Yes. I felt loved when my parents paid my rent while I was in therapy for a month. I did not expect this, it was a big surprise, and I…

  • Bodily Clutter

    I can reduce clutter by exercising for 30 minutes a day five times per week. This would reduce mental clutter, and bodily clutter as well (fat). Where can you reduce…

  • Saying “No”

    I can reduce clutter by saying no without explanation. It’s hard when the people demanding explanations are your loved ones, though. The other day, I had to assert my boundaries,…

  • Mind

    My mind clears when I stop replaying conversations over and over again in my head.

  • Tabs

    I can reduce clutter by limiting open browser tabs.

  • Guilt

    I can reduce clutter by releasing guilt tied to the past. In my teenage years, I crashed a car so badly that I spent 7 weeks in a coma and…

  • Relationships

    My relationships feel lighter when expectations are clear.

  • Streamline

    I can reduce clutter by streamlining my morning routine.This would include showering the second I wake up, washing my hair and face, and brushing my teeth. Where can you reduce…

  • Closet

    My closet would benefit from fewer “maybe someday” items, and more solid, sustainable pieces, with patterns like strips and solid colors. Where can you reduce clutter in your daily life?…

  • Growth

    My thoughts feel crowded when I hold onto resentment. Lately, this has changed. In the past year or so, I have come a long way in terms of resenting people.…