“Persuasive (with SZA)” by Doechii
The song, “Persuasive” by Doechii always puts me in a good mood because of pertinent lyrics and rhythmic beat. The music video kicks ass too. What is a song that…
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
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“Vigilante Shit”
The song “Vigilante Shit” by Taylor Swift always puts me in a good mood. The rhythmic backing track makes it easy to dismiss daily stressors. What’s a song that always…
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“Dog Days Are Over”
“Dog Days Are Over” by Florence + The Machine. The building harp and eventual explosion of drums feel incredibly freeing. What’s a song that always puts you in a good…
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“Hey Ya!”
“Hey Ya!” by Outkast always puts me in a good mood. Even though the lyrics are complex, the acoustic guitar and acoustic-pop energy are pure fun. What’s a song that…
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Uptown Funk
The song “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars always puts me in a good mood. The brass section and heavy bassline deliver an immediate boost of confidence. What’s…
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Happy
“Happy” by Pharrell Williams. The handclaps and upbeat tempo get my feet moving before I even realize it. What’s a song that always puts you in a good mood? Comment…
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Walking On Sunshine
“Walking on Sunshine” by Katrina and the Waves. It feels like pure, unadulterated summer joy wrapped into a three-minute track. What’s a song that always puts you in a good…
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Electric Light Orchestra
“Mr. Blue Sky” by Electric Light Orchestra. The bouncy rhythm and happy piano chords make it completely impossible to stay sad. What’s a song that always puts you in a…
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Remembering
I had a fear of remembering my trauma. I tried to block it out whenever I thought of it. However, healing is about changing your relationship to the trauma. The…
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Opportunities
Fear of change kept me stuck in routines that no longer served me. I overcame it by focusing on the opportunities that change could bring rather than the uncertainty it…
