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Redefining Poor Performance: Breaking Free from Labels
A spoken word poem by Antoinette R. They said i was hired to create magic-- A Character Host, Guardian of giggles, Line leader of dreams, The girl behind the lens-- Making memories that sparkle on strangers' phone forever. I was trained to sparkle. To pose. To help. To smile. Even when I was melting behind the mask. Of my own nervous system on overload. You saw me in the uniform Not in the freeze-- When the crowd pressed in, When the noise cracked like glass against my brai
Antoinette R
Oct 14, 20252 min read


No More Almost
I am done with ALMOST. Done with halfway lit flames flickering in winds of "maybe tomorrow" I have been a furnace of fire but too scared...
Antoinette R
Jul 15, 20252 min read


Embracing My Journey with NF: From Roast to Realness
Close-up selfie in a bucket hat and tank, boldly embracing skin with Neurofibromatosis--confidence, humor, and truth on full display. You...
Antoinette R
Jul 15, 20251 min read


You Are Right on Time: Embrace Your Journey and Rise with Confidence
In a world that constantly measures success by set timelines, feeling like you're falling behind is all too common. If you're a woman...
Antoinette R
Jul 14, 20255 min read


If I Wasn’t Afraid: A Journey Through Silent Struggles and Unspoken Dreams
In a world where noise frequently overshadows the whispers of our doubts and fears, facing what lies beneath can be both freeing and...
Antoinette R
Jul 13, 20255 min read


Elevating Authenticity: Transforming Survival into Bold Self-Expression
In our lives, we often wear masks invisible to others—a shield made of smiles, laughter, and a façade of strength. We convince ourselves...
Antoinette R
Jul 12, 20255 min read


Let Me Be Human at 2 AM Navigating the Depths of Heartache and Vulnerability
In the late-night hours, thoughts often twist and turn, creating a storm of emotion. At two in the morning, when silence consumes the...
Antoinette R
Jul 12, 20254 min read
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