by Brigitte van Tuijl | Aug 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
For years, September felt like a new beginning.Probably because in the past, it was the start of a new school year.A blank slate.An empty schedule. Empty notebooks.The anticipation of what newness those would be filled with.The curiosity about what I would...
by Brigitte van Tuijl | Aug 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
Recently, I experienced a significant loss in hearing in my right ear overnight, out of the blue, accompanied by a constant beeb (tinnitus) and reverb. One hospital visit later, this much is clear: They have no idea what it is or what caused it, and can’t do anything...
by Brigitte van Tuijl | Jul 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
Escalators.They move when you don’t.Easy.And awkward.You struggle with your trolley,are scared your high heels get caught when you get off.Also, it’s not going fast enough,you’re in a hurry!Let’s move, move, MOVE it, people!You shove.You push.You know...
by Brigitte van Tuijl | Jul 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Prefer to listen? Click here! Your browser does not support the audio element. There’s what’s happening.And there’s what the mind wants to be happening.Sometimes, the two align. All is well then.But more often, they don’t.Then, tension arises. Perhaps even...
by Brigitte van Tuijl | Oct 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
You were taught that simply being isn’t enough.That life had to mean something.That you had to mean something. You were told to aim higher.Find your purpose.Strive for success. But what if, like flowers, mountains, and grass—you simply are?And what if that’s enough?...
