CO-XST: STORIES
There’s a voice of longing inside every one of us daring, wishing and wanting to speak.
Each of our individual voices wish to serve as an ambassador of change, whether it is speaking out on delicate topics or simply trying to figure out why we are feeling underwhelmed. At times, we need inspiration to find that message of hope within our noise of confusion.
The CO-XST: Stories platform was created to showcase a broader social message of acceptance and hope to depict often-invisible experiences and start imploring everyone to think more deeply about who they are and how we can coexist in a space where our stories become a catalyst for celebrating each other.
Each blog post represents thought-provoking emotions which allow us to see each other as we are – human beings seeking kindness + compassion for our community, our countries and our world.
You’re a Narcissist? You’re My Type
NOT actually - but you’d think it was.
Anyone else have these narcissistic-type individuals GRAVITATE towards you? Because same.
I don’t know HOW or WHY, but they come in flocks. Is it me? Do I have a sign on my head that reads “Searching for Narcissist to enter my life immediately”
FROM PATIENT TO PUBLISHER
Breast cancer taught me that I wasn’t powerless and there were ways I could empower myself to make a difference in my own healing experience.
SOLO SURVIVOR
When I was diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer at age 36, I was the CEO of a three-million dollar company, a part-time river guide, an active volunteer in my community, and I was single and living alone. That last piece became the sticking point for me.
REFLECT, REFOCUS AND RENEW
I share my story because I know I can’t keep God’s goodness to myself.
FIGHTING PRETTY
The love and support I received from those around me during my cancer journey was amazing. They helped me feel strong and beautiful. They reminded me that I was strong, I was beautiful and gave me hope that I could beat this disease! I wanted to pay it all forward.
ENTREPRENEUR WITH PURPOSE
I now have a beautiful life with a cancer-free hubby. Today, I am all about giving back.
BUILDING FLOWERS TO WEED OUT CANCER
IF WE can do it, YOU can do it! Let’s make cancer a thing of the past! Let’s overcome this monster, and turn the hate for it, into action, and the action into love. We can overcome!
FROM A POET ON JEFFERSON STREET
I went through these 28 days of radiation as well as going into the hospital twice for three days each with a big lead shield placed between me and the world, all the while trying to put on a brave front for family, friends, an especially my daughter. It was only the two of us against the world and this cancer!
TERROR IN MUMBAI
Linda Ragsdale was on a meditation retreat. It was a time of learning, renewing and finding the treasured space of inner peace.
MY HEART BEATS ON WITH HOPE
My heart beats on in hope that maybe this life will give me one more chance at true love as I continue on my path to building my dream life. But there is a fear that lingers…does it only happen once or how many more years will pass me by before our paths cross?
WITH PURPOSE. ON PURPOSE
In my darkest hour, I wanted to give up, but my faith & family kept me going. One night I was in so much pain, I could barely think straight. I had to make a decision to succumb to this pain and let cancer win or continue to fight. This became my turning point.
FROM MY MOTHER’S TABLE
With all the challenges I’d been facing; the sun came up and the message in my heart was, “Put your big girl panties on and let’s get this show on the road.” I felt hope, and life and a future come into focus. I could physically and mentally feel the strength coming back into my body. My 2nd Act began evolving.
THE TEA GIVER PROJECT
When I had my first cup of tea that’s when I knew tea was going to become my life. I became so infused that I reasearched any and everything there is to know about tea.My aim is to give tea to as many people as I possibly can in hopes of providing comfort throughout the world.
Always Painting Something
I have always loved art, design and was never afraid to DIY anything. I have shingled my own garage roof and layed my own hardwood flooring. There was nothing I thought I could not do.