Monica Drake

How I Stop Anticipatory Grief From Stealing the Joy of Parenting Monica Drake | 4 min read Since becoming a mother, I’ve become hostage to Instagram’s "mom-guilt algorithm" — an endless stream of reels that I’m convinced have the goal of making parents cr... See more

Here’s How I Worked to Overcome Negativity Bias Monica Drake | 2 min read Why is it that, no matter how many compliments I may receive, it's the criticisms that stick the most? I've always struggled with my self-confidence. The only thing I'm not self-con... See more

How Treating My Anxiety Helped Me Stop Living in Fear Monica Drake | 4 min read When I first watched the movie "Sixth Sense," I was scared for an entire year. I had nightmares, and I was terrified to get up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom b... See more

Here is What I Did When Life Felt Pointless Monica Drake | 4 min read According to the American Psychological Association, studies show the more exposure you have to the news, the more likely you are to experience symptoms of depression. As a former journ... See more

How Early Rejection Shaped My Self-Perception Monica Drake | 2 min read Does anyone have a moment from their adolescence – either big or small – that they just can’t get over? These instances distorted my self-perception. They led to years of seeking exte... See more