Mocha in May: A Journey towards a Dream Life
In this world, we’ve learned to follow the herd. Ever since we started school, we’ve been taught how to please others and work to a certain standard to move to the next chapter. When in the end, not everyone fits into this box of rules.
I welcome you to follow along as I find my own path, now at 30 I’m feeling quite stuck as I’ve had to live life the “right” way, tip toe-ing around the fact that I’m often in pain. At least now I have an answer to why: the diagnosis being fibromyalgia.
Although that is a part of me, I will be steering away from pity and focusing on self love and the journey towards my dream life, along with the beauty this world has to offer if you just learn to respect and listen to your own wants and needs. I’m an adventurer at heart and love to see the art in everything I come by so travelling will be a big part of my road there.
I’m so excited to build up a community of strong and like-minded individuals who are ready to embrace life on their own terms. I know I’m not alone in feeling like the traditional path doesn’t quite fit, and I want this space to be a reminder that there’s no single way to live a fulfilling life.
Here, I’ll be sharing my journey: both the struggles and the small victories, as I learn to balance ambition with self-care and adventure with rest. There will be moments of frustration, but also moments of joy, of discovering new ways to move forward, and of finding beauty in the unexpected. We never know the answer if we don’t take a little leap of faith.
If you’ve ever felt like you don’t quite fit the mold, if you’re searching for a life that aligns with you rather than what’s expected of you, then I hope you’ll stick around. Let’s celebrate the small wins, romanticize the everyday and create a space where we uplift eachother to chase a life that truly feels like a dream.
-Anita
13 Comments
Kathy
I love this so much! It feels like a deep breath of fresh air. There’s something so freeing about choosing your own path, even when it’s not the traditional one. Can’t wait to see where this journey takes you!
Anita
Thank you so much! That means the world to me. Here’s to embracing the journey and all the possibilities ahead!
Anjeet Ratansi
Love! I also have felt like this for a big part of my life. As I have gotten older I love the weirder part of me, I also have accepted that there is nothing wrong with me!
Anita
I love that! Embracing our uniqueness is such a beautiful thing. Let’s own our weirdness unapologetically!
Barbara
Be you. Uniqueness is what make each one of us set apart from another. Walk your own path! God is good!
David Stillwagon
What a thoughtful and inspirational post. I wish you the best with your journey.
Anita
That means so much—thank you! Wishing you all the best as well!
Emily Morgan
This is such a beautiful and inspiring perspective! Stepping off the expected path and carving out a life that truly aligns with who you are takes so much courage, and I admire your determination to embrace adventure, self-love, and joy—despite the challenges. Your journey will undoubtedly resonate with so many who feel the same pull toward something more. Cheering you on as you chase your dream life! Looking forward to following along.
Anita
Aww, this means so much to me! 💕 Thank you for your kind words and support—it truly makes the journey even more special. So grateful to have you here!
Timothy
Reading this was like a breath of fresh air! So excited to follow along with your journey Mocha! 🙂
Anita
That makes me so happy! 😊 So glad to have you along for the journey!
Catalina
Took a moment and really remembered how I started my journey too.
Anita
That’s inspiring! It’s always special to reflect on the journey. Thanks for sharing!