ABOUT “UNBOXED VOICES”

The voice behind Unboxed Voices is rooted in lived experiences and shaped by years of navigating the world of social services, the LGBTQ+ community, and mental health care. I show up here as the author and facilitator of opportunity.

I created this space for professionals and community members whose lives are impacted by social services, an LGBTQ+ experience, or mental health issues because we all have a story to tell. It’s time we step out of the boxes that limit us and speak with voices unbound.

As an advocate for the practice and maintenance of social, emotional, and mental health and well-being, I’ll be sharing both my personal and professional reflections. And, I hope that in time, you’ll feel moved to share yours too.

Why “Unboxed”

Because too many of us have been placed in boxes:

  • By systems that reduce us to numbers or checklists

  • By titles like “the baby,” “the oldest,” “weirdo,” “crazy,” “weak,” or “the stickler”

  • By race, gender, orientation, or identity

Unboxed Voices is here to give voice and opportunity to move beyond those boxes —

To center lived experiences, affirm life’s complexities while holding a space for the gray areas —the messy middles that make life uncomfortable.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Honest articles about social service programs and the people behind the work

  • Reflections on Mental Health, Healing and Survival

  • Real conversations around DEI, Identity, and Justice

  • Truthful discussions about what LGBTQ+ really means-beyond the labels

  • Letters, Lists, Stories and Unfiltered Real Talk

This isn’t a self-help site. It’s a safe space. A community. A collection of voices—starting with mine, and welcoming yours.

You’re Welcome Here If…

  • You’ve ever felt invisible while helping others shine

  • You’re exhausted from code-switching —changing how you speak, show up, or express yourself just to fit in or belong

  • You’re feeling fatigued from constant people-pleasing, or expectations to over-perform

  • You want to feel seen, challenged, cared for, and a part of something genuine

Let’s Stay Connected

Take your time here. Read what speaks to you.

And when you’re ready, feel free to share your thoughts or experiences — by reaching out unboxed.

Because we’re in this together.