As a teenager, I struggle with a variety of unique challengers that can be difficult to overcome. But, along with being a normal human being, I am also an author and with that comes the joy of writing. Hi, I'm Leah and for me one of the best coping mechanisms is to write. So, I have compiled an ongoing collection of short stories I have written whenever I've struggled with strong emotions. As someone with anxiety, OCPD, and just the overall challenging lifestyle that most teens face, complicated emotions hit me often, and getting it out on paper (digital paper, but still paper all the same) helps me cope with these unpleasant feelings. Whether they are directly related to a topic you struggle with, seem to express your emotions in way that is difficult to describe, or are simply an entertaining, yet healthy way to distract yourself from a current situation I hope these stories will provide comfort to you. Just know that you are not alone! If you ever need to talk, I am here. That being said, enjoy this little snippets that I've written. xo
Ella is falling apart trying to live a "perfect" high school life. Then she meets Ren, who can see past her scars. Suddenly perfection isn't her only option.
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Ella Volkov is a gifted music student, but she's depressed and starting to crack under the pressure of high school. Her overbearing father won't even let her choose what instrument she plays. Then she finds herself alone at a party with Ren, her best friend's crush. She'd always thought he was rude, but after that night he's all Ella can think about. Now she's trapped. If Ella dates Ren, it will ruin her friendship with Jenny. But if she stays true to Jenny, she's losing the one person who can see past her scars. It's up to Ella to decide if she will forge her own path, or stay in the "perfect" box designed for her...
Content and/or Trigger Warning: depression, anxiety, self-harm, violence, sexual assault.
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