It’s been a minute: A personal update and New beginnings
29 January 2025I’ve been working hard behind the scenes! My social media presence came to a halt as the pressure of my master’s program weighed heavily on me. But here I am, just a few tweaks away from submitting my dissertation, and with only 5 days left until my ‘Pieces of Me’ album (project) is due for submission! The pressure is real, but the joy is still there. It’s incredible how we can push beyond our limits and overcome obstacles when we’re engaged in something that brings us true joy.
As I wrap up my studies and reflect on this year-long immersion in my creative process, I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has been so supportive throughout this journey. The little check-ins, the words of encouragement, and all the people who helped bring my vision to life —you’ve all made a difference. This project has been so much more than just a degree or academic development, it has been my soul work. It’s been my unique opportunity to heal the broken parts of me, free from outside distractions and the pressures of the world.
I can genuinely say that I am a different person than I was a year ago. A better person. I truly believe I’ve become the person I was always meant to be —the person I was before trauma took its toll. That locked-up little girl who was afraid to speak her truth and project her inner light onto the world? She has found her voice. And I’m proud to say that I got to be the voice for her. This journey has been about reclaiming what was always mine.
So here’s what I want to leave you with: Maybe it’s YOU. Maybe it’s been YOU all along. Maybe we spend so much time hoping someone will see our pain and come to our rescue, that we forget we are the ones who can save ourselves. But it’s not easy. Facing yourself —really facing those toxic traits, those parts of you you’d rather not acknowledge —takes immense courage. It’s about self-discovery, the kind that forces you to look at your own flaws and confront them head-on. It’s hard. It’s messy. But it’s so worth it. Most people don’t make it to the other side of this kind of transformation. But if you do, you realise that you were always the hero you needed.
Let’s step into 2025 as our own heroes. Let’s own our imperfections, acknowledge the toxic patterns we’ve carried, and summon the bravery to stare our demons in the face. Face them. Fight them. Let go. And set our inner children free form the shackles of our past, allowing them to finally have the life they deserve.
Are you brave enough to be your own hero?
Until next time—keep the music alive and buzzing.
Carnita Bee
