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

  • Alive

    Being a kid at heart is choosing lightness when life feels heavy — finding little ways to stay amazed by being alive.

  • Joy Without Guilt

    It means letting yourself feel joy without guilt — dancing, singing, being silly — even when no one’s watching.

  • Smalls Wins

    To be a kid at heart is to celebrate small wins — finishing a book, cooking something new, or making it through a tough week.

  • It’s approaching work and relationships with openness, like there’s always more to learn and more ways to grow.

  • Play

    Being a kid at heart means making time for play — whether it’s a board game, a walk in the rain, or doodling during lunch.

  • People

    It’s staying curious about people — asking questions, listening deeply, and being genuinely interested in their stories.

  • Hobbies

    To be a kid at heart is to keep hobbies that make you happy, even if they don’t “make sense” to anyone else.

  • Being a kid at heart means laughing often, especially at yourself, and not taking life’s hiccups too seriously.

  • Fun

    It’s saying yes to small adventures — trying a new food, taking a different route home, or learning something just for fun.

  • Being a kid at heart means remembering to take breaks, play a little, and not let every day turn into a to-do list.