All my life, either I was told or made to feel that I am not pretty, I am not beautiful. I am not tall enough, I am fat, I am not good enough, I am not smart, skilled, intelligent, loveable, acceptable. That anything I ever do, any decision I ever take is a waste of… Continue reading Losing Baggages, One At a Time II
Month: September 2019
Losing Baggages, One At a Time
Hi, how have you all been? I haven't been here for a few days. I have hit a rough patch, and just was taking some time to deal with it. I had to make some VERY tough life decisions which I might be able to write about someday. But not today. Anyways, I have at… Continue reading Losing Baggages, One At a Time
Goals (long read, but probably worth it)
In an effort to get a hold of everything that's been happening with me lately, I decided to look at the issues/problems/inconveniences less and search for solutions more. I decided to pick apart my life. Like, seriously go over everything that's been going on. I decided to forget everyone and everything and what role they… Continue reading Goals (long read, but probably worth it)
An Unplanned (but very interesting) Saturday!
On Friday night, I made plans to go for another nice and relaxed adventure around the city; perhaps get some coffee and sit in a park and visit a couple of places. I was feeling very good about having an excellent Friday, about regaining some of the controls over myself and life in general. I… Continue reading An Unplanned (but very interesting) Saturday!
Busy Weekend (sort of)!
How is everyone's weekend going? I hope you are well and are able to enjoy the week and the weekend. I know not everyone has the Saturdays and Sundays off; some of our work week actually begins now, and/or is busier than any other time of the week. We are all living different lives with… Continue reading Busy Weekend (sort of)!
Finding and Establishing Myself (a work-in-progress)
I went for a long walk yesterday. A very long walk. I was torn between two different directions that offer two different options and experiences. As I stood in front of my building, I tried to make up my mind. To my right: historic Cabbagetown, Riverdale Farm and Riverdale Park West. Turning a bit more… Continue reading Finding and Establishing Myself (a work-in-progress)
How I Take Care of Myself When It’s the Last Thing I Feel Like Doing
Let's face it. We all struggle. We have bad times. None of our lives are perfect. We are not always living happily. We are not always our best selves. There are many different reasons behind those things. It's different for everyone. Let's also break the taboo and start talking about how mental health issues such… Continue reading How I Take Care of Myself When It’s the Last Thing I Feel Like Doing
A Quest for Finding, and Embracing, Myself
I am going to be completely honest. I don't know myself. At one time, I thought I did. I mean, I was confident that I had at least a very good idea of who/what/how I am, what I like and don't like, what works for me and what doesn't, what is acceptable to me and… Continue reading A Quest for Finding, and Embracing, Myself
Seasonal Talk
It's one of my "low" days today. You know when I am low on every possible thing needed to properly function? Low on mental and physical energy, inspiration, motivation, positivity, ideas, everything. That sharp chill is in the air again. On a day like this, all I feel like doing is wear my comfiest pajamas,… Continue reading Seasonal Talk
About
Hello and welcome to Peonies & Pearls. I am Priyanka Habib. Born in Dhaka, Bangladesh, I migrated to Toronto, Canada with my family shortly after my twelfth birthday. I am a woman who shares some very unique and contrasting roots and identities. Exploring beautiful Costa Rica Copyright © 2019 Priyanka Habib All rights reserved Peonies… Continue reading About
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