Lola
When I launched this blog, I had great plans. I wanted to share a number of stories, but memories keep popping up and changing those plans.
For most of my life, I felt a little out of place – both socially and professionally. If I had to check a box to categorize different aspects of my core identity, it would almost always be "Other" or "None of the above". It took some work, but I've learned to appreciate what makes me different so I can live authentically, comfortably, and fearlessly as myself.
Being authentic isn’t as simple as just "be yourself". It takes courage, some self work, a little grace and being able to love yourself as you are, where you are.