Of Milestones and Mirages

As I wage war with procrastination, I choose work, exercise, and language practice as my daily trinity to conquer. Although distractions arise, I secure victory by writing down my objectives and remaining steadfast. Despite adversity, my productivity flourishes. I believe that pursuing my ideals, even if illusory, is superior to surrendering to indolence.
Size Matters and the Body Positivity Paradox

It’s a battle of the bulge. I feel like I’m stuck in the middle of a tug-of-war between societal expectations and self-love. You know, when life gets tough, the tough get…well, a little bit softer. But it’s okay, we’ve all been there. I had a little slip-up with stress and before I knew it, my fitness routine was taking a nap.
Bon Voyage User Interview Transcripts Thematic Analysis Process Analysis Report

Introduction I was assigned to analyze three user interview transcripts for a user-centered design course at Flatiron School. The aim was to develop a travel app called “Bon Voyage.” I used the transcripts to identify key insights and information about the target audience, which I then synthesized into meaningful data points that would inform the […]
Bon Voyage Competitive Analysis & Domain Research Process Analysis Report

The report details the UX analysis and research for the Bon Voyage app. It aimed to create a comprehensive travel app for cities worldwide by evaluating 6 travel and social companies in key areas.
An Open Letter to my Imposter

My dear friend, words have always been your love-hate affair. At times they pour out like a waterfall, and at others they leave you stuttering and stammering. But, as writers, we must soldier on and never give up, even if it means starting over a hundred times. Enlightenment—It’s a messy pursuit.
It’s All Weather; It’s All Valid – Trying to Embrace the Beauty in Being Lost

Art beats boredom, leads to better self. A way to tackle life’s tough bits – weather, body image, etc. New Year, new self-expression through art. Poetry peers into soul, reveals all. Tapping into this wellspring brings new perspectives, new ways of viewing life, new ways of being.