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A mental health writer and advocate. Currently I write about depression. My work has always been centered around health as I previously worked at a variety of healthcare-focused agencies. I wanted to help people who were struggling with an illness or disability, but often times didn’t feel the work I was doing was providing the right voice to the people I was trying to help. Here, I can connect to you in your journey by encouraging you to share the good, the bad, and moments in-between.
74 Articles
Florida’s coastline offers more than just beautiful beaches and warm sunshine. Amazing restaurants line the shores, serving delicious food while waves crash just steps away…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 23, 2025
Food
Nothing beats a perfectly twirled forkful of spaghetti topped with tender, juicy meatballs. Florida’s restaurant scene offers incredible…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 13
Food
Cincinnati’s pizza scene offers incredible variety that goes far beyond typical chain restaurants. From wood-fired artisan pies to…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 11
Travel
Spring brings magical moments across America as tulip farms burst into spectacular displays of color. Rows upon rows…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 11
Food
Utah takes its fry sauce seriously, and locals know the perfect burger-and-sauce pairing can make or break a…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 11
Food
North Carolina knows how to make a proper biscuit. From flaky layers that melt in your mouth to…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 10
Travel
Life sometimes calls for a complete change of scenery, and California offers some of the most charming small…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 6
Food
Food lovers traveling through Blythe, California will discover an amazing collection of restaurants that serve everything from smoky…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 5
Travel
Washington State offers some of America’s most breathtaking landscapes and unique attractions. From towering mountain peaks to pristine…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 5
Food
Berkeley’s food scene bursts with amazing Indian restaurants that serve incredible dishes from across the subcontinent. From traditional…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 4
Food
Boston sits right on the Atlantic Ocean, making it a perfect place for amazing seafood. The city has…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Aug 1
Travel
Florida offers amazing adventures beyond its famous beaches and theme parks. From underwater springs to historic forts, the…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Jul 31
Food
Sandwich lovers know that finding the perfect deli can make or break a vacation. Myrtle Beach offers an…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Jul 31
Food
Georgia’s coastline offers some of the freshest seafood and most memorable dining experiences in the South. From traditional…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Jul 30
Food
Georgia’s dining scene offers incredible steakhouses that don’t need flashy marketing to prove their worth. Hidden gems across…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Jul 29
Food
Nothing beats sinking your teeth into a juicy burger while ocean waves crash nearby and palm trees sway…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Jul 25
Letting go
There’s a certain kind of magic in a connection that feels like it was written in the stars.…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Jul 3
Hiding feelings
Are you hiding behind a mask? A lot of people hide behind a mask, and you have to…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Jun 18
More than friends
Could you be more than friends? Signs your guy friend is falling for you show that you are…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 5
Cheating partner
You think you’re seeing the signs that he loves the other woman more than he loves you and…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Apr 25
Types of people
You probably know about such personality types as an alpha female, but do you know about a sigma…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Apr 22
Complicated love
Being in a romantic relationship with someone whom you love with all your heart is the most beautiful…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Apr 17
Body language
Verbal communication is not the only way a woman expresses her emotions. Interpreting female body language will help…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Apr 7
Unconditional love
Everybody loves in their own way, but not everybody puts their own needs first. Selfless means putting the…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Apr 4
Dealing with men
You sensed a lack of respect from the first date with this disrespectful man but you went with…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Oct 31
Life lessons
You have to slow down, take a deep breath and stay calm. This is a way to practice…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Sep 8
True friendship
Speaking about social life, when we look at history, basically we can see that women have been in…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Sep 2
Tattoos
To some people, shoes are simply something you wear to protect your feet. To others, they’re a fashion…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Jun 21
Tattoos
Palm tattoos are ink ideas applied directly to the skin of the palm of the hand, and they’re…
By Kirsten Blackwood · Jun 12
Tattoos
Even though they may not show it all the time, brothers share a unique bond. Linked by blood,…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 27
Tattoos
Now, there’s nothing like leaving the tattoo parlor with a freshly wrapped new bit of ink. Whether you’re…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 24
Tattoos
A Polynesian tattoo style includes different designs that belong to different tribes. Generally speaking, people from this area…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 23
Tattoos
A 666 tattoo is commonly recognized as a symbol of the devil. But if you observe it as…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 23
Tattoos
Whether you’re a modern minimalist or someone who likes to “go big or go home,” you can’t deny…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 23
Tattoos
Sometimes, you combine unusual and contrasting elements to get the meaning you’re looking for. What’s the meaning of…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 23
Tattoos
Your canine friend is truly someone you can rely on at all times. He understands you the best…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 23
Tattoos
When you’re looking for a body decoration that’s going to show the battle between two contrasting things, an…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 22
Tattoos
Getting a matching tattoo with your favorite family member or dedicating a piece of ink to a lost…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 22
Tattoos
Butterflies are often seen as symbols of change and life’s cycles. But what does it mean when you…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 22
Tattoos
Are you looking to get an owl tattoo? You probably remember all those cartoons we’ve watched when we…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 22
Tattoos
When you’re on the hunt for a wearable and versatile tattoo that offers you the freedom to try…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 21
Tattoos
Have you realized that you made a mistake with your previous tattoo? Do you no longer like its…
By Kirsten Blackwood · May 21