Chrissie Marie Massey
Bio
Chrissie has spent the last 20 years writing online for several major news outlets. When not writing, you’ll find her watching a Lifetime movie, wearing her favorite PJs with a frozen soda in hand.
Stories (59/0)
Never Felt More Alone
When I was a teenager, I thought I would have the same friends for the rest of my life. I had a good run, but at 45, I cut all my toxic friends out. They were emotional vampires, who would take more than they gave. Finally, I had enough. Now, with no one to talk to and having a busy husband, I am left to feeling alone and invisible.
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Confessions
4 Steps To Find Inner Peace And Live An Authentic Life
It's very easy to let certain situations or individuals to drive you to the brink of insanity. Trust me, I have been there many times. I struggle with it often, actually. Part of my New Year's Resolution was to not let others get under my skin. It's been challenging, but I think I got it down.
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Motivation
Short Of Cash, A Stranger Paid It Forward And Changed My Life
When my kids were small, I struggled with money often. After separating from my ex-husband, I had to work and provide childcare. He never helped me and had no guilt about leaving us high and dry.
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Humans
5 Types Imposter Syndrome - Which One Are You?
Imposter syndrome can be difficult to overcome. You may feel you've beat it, only to have it creep back up and sideline your writing projects. Self-doubt is one of the worst feelings to have. It haunts me now and then.
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Lifehack
My Immigrant Grandfather Taught Me To Love America
My grandma raised me as a child because my mother lost custody of me after she allowed her then-husband to abuse me. As a widow, she was always worried about a positive male role model. She didn't want me to have "daddy issues."
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Families
Are You Guilty Of Unintentionally Bashing The LGBTQ Community?
Transgender individuals often accuse cisgenders (identifying with your birth assigned sex) of transphobia. Any type of negative comments about their lifestyle, choice of partners, or any other popular culture news discussion is off limits.
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Pride
The First Time I Smoked Pot - I Was 13 and My Best Friend's Mom Gave It Us
Please note: This story talks about drug usage and it could trigger those who struggle with addiction. You can call an addiction hotline number to receive information on substance use, treatment facilities, and other drug-related topics. Their number is 1 (800) 662-HELP (4357).
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Confessions
It’s In Her Blood — Strong-Willed, Passionate, And Full Of Life
My daughter, let’s call her Lucy, is almost 18. She is so full of life and has dreams of a big future. This morning, I sat and thought about her beginning as I prepare for her big 1–8 birthday, and I can’t help but feel incredibly proud of her.
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Families
20 Years Later: The Case Of Andrea Yates
Andrea Pia Yates, born July 2, 1964, in Houston, Texas, confessed to drowning her five children in the bathtub on June 20, 2001. What we knew about Yates was she had mental illness for several years before her children’s death. Her doctor diagnosed her with postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis, and schizophrenia.
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Criminal
Ohio Parents Of Baby, Who Died In Foster Care, Want Answers
The parents of the baby who died in foster care expressed their frustration with the Athens County Children Service in Ohio, NBC4 reported. Lindsay Householder had a baby boy, a child she named Logan, on December 19.
By Chrissie Marie Massey2 years ago in Criminal
