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"The first wealth is health."

Title: The Unseen Enemy: A Battle for Health and Clarity In the quiet depths of our existence, there exists a silent shadow that haunts us all. It lurks within the unexplored recesses of our minds and bodies, an intangible force that threatens the delicate equilibrium of our being. Its name is undefined - an enigma that has the power to sow seeds of doubt and confusion, leading us to question the very essence of our existence. In the pursuit of wealth, we often overlook the true foundation of our prosperity - our health. Ralph Waldo Emerson's timeless wisdom echoes through the corridors of time, serving as a poignant reminder that our well-being is the bedrock upon which all else is built. Yet, in the throes of our daily battles, we find ourselves at the mercy of an unseen adversary, challenging our very vitality and resilience. The journey towards understanding and safeguarding our health is wrought with uncertainty and fear. How do we confront an enemy that eludes definition? It...
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Moving Out When I was 18

 


I like to describe the phases of my life with fictional characters. I was Jo from Little Women in my teens; Andy from The Devil Wears Prada in my mid-20s; and Carrie (minus Mr. Big and the glamorous closet full of clothes) now that I've finally hit the big 3-0. These women all share a trait I relate to: They all have big dreams—and they all went for 'em. 

And just like them, I've had my fair share of dramatic plot twists. Arguably the biggest one was when I moved away from home at 19.

I was out for dinner with some college friends when I suddenly announced that I'm going to move out from my parents' house. As someone who followed a routine, stuck in the same place for almost two decades, I just felt fed up that night. My friends looked at me like I had grown an extra head—and really, I couldn't blame them. One of them very kindly pointed out the obvious: "You're literally a 15-minute drive away from campus." I shrugged. Another asked, "What’s wrong?"

I didn't answer because I knew that I would sound crazy if I had. "I feel suffocated and restricted, and I just want to get out of my box." Too cheesy. But that is exactly why I wanted to do it. I was 19. I had crazy ideas. And I was lucky enough to have a family who respected me enough to let me explore them.

When I first told my parents, they were confused and worried. Why on earth would you want to get an apartment that you'll have to pay rent for when you can literally live at home for free? It just didn't make sense. But it felt right at that time, and since I was already earning at 17 (I was working as a freelance writer back then), my family hesitantly let me do what I wanted. So off I went to rent an apartment across my university.

For the first time in my life, I could go home as late as I wanted, decide what to eat on a whim, and not worry about missing the last trip after a late-night meeting because I can walk home. My parents would visit me a few times a week after they get off work to check on me, but I also had my own time to explore my independence. The setup was weird but it was ideal.

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