Naya Lizardo
Bio
Travel addict, writer, knowledge enthusiast and poetry dabbler. I write about relationships, mental health, and social issues.
Stories (27/0)
Beautiful Soul Amidst the Race: A Poem Dedicated to My Grandmother
Even though she is no longer here with me, the memories and lessons she shared with me will stay with me forever. I will always remember her kindness and compassion, and the love she showed me. Whenever I feel lost and alone, I will remember her words of encouragement and how she made me feel special. Even though I mourn her absence, I am thankful for the time I had with her and for the beautiful memories we shared.
By Naya Lizardoabout a year ago in Poets
Word Salad: How Narcissists Manipulate People With Their Speech
Word Salad is probably the most confusing and infuriating manipulation tactic used by narcissists. It is absolutely maddening! If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of a narcissistic Word Salad, you probably agree with me on this.
By Naya Lizardoabout a year ago in Humans
Top Reasons Why Getting Married is a Terrible Idea — and Why I’ll Never Marry Again
Most people believe that in order to be truly happy, they need to find a partner and settle down. They think that marriage is the key to happiness and security. While it is true that marriage can offer both of those things, it is not the only way to find them. There are many singles who are happy and secure without being married. In fact, some people find that they are happier and more fulfilled when they are single. They enjoy the freedom and autonomy that comes with being single and don’t feel the need to rely on another person for their happiness.
By Naya Lizardoabout a year ago in Humans
Dark Side of Traditional Values: Bigotry Hiding Behind a Harmless Phrase
The LGBTQ+ community faces discrimination every single day. From workplace harassment to violence in the streets, it’s clear that some people have a deep-seated hatred for those who identify as anything other than heterosexual and cisgender. While there are many factors at play, one of the main culprits is the idea of traditional values — values that claim to protect “traditional families” but often end up encouraging bigotry and hatred against the LGBTQ+ community instead.
By Naya Lizardoabout a year ago in Pride