readers are guided through an evolution of experiences and struggles in self-acceptance, love, relationships, anxiety, and depression. the book is organized into three parts categorized by emotion:

• part i — fear, anger, sadness
• part ii — disgust, surprise, anticipation
• part iii — trust, acceptance, joy

this project is a product of six journals transcribed, organized, and curated for the public in an effort to help others feel seen.

i’d often read through my journals to reflect on pain i've outgrown, lessons i've learned, and patterns i was repeating. i noticed trends, a clear shift in my story, and realized with each passing year the hive was unintentionally created.

these pages hold my most vulnerable thoughts and experiences. this is my journey of finding light in my darkest days. this is my human experience. thank you for your interest in the hive.