As my dad once said, borrowing from Toby Keith: "I am not where I once was, but I am better than I ever was." At 31, I'm finally understanding what he meant.

Personal Stories, Self-DiscoveryEddie RamirezDecember 22, 2025Self-acceptance, Personal Growth, life milestones, expectationsComment

Sunday Post #1

Mental Health, Personal Stories, Motivation & InspirationEddie RamirezSeptember 28, 2025selfcare, Mental health, sunday routine, mindfullness

How Do You Eat an Elephant?

Sometimes the biggest victories aren't crossing finish lines, but the moments when you choose to keep moving forward—one bite at a time.

Self-Discovery, Personal Stories, Motivation & Inspiration, Mental HealthEddie RamirezAugust 27, 2025Marathon training, Running motivation, Mental health, Mental toughness, Personal GrowthComment

Finding Identity in 2025

What began as an attempt to escape my heritage by adopting the name Eddie Monix eventually became part of my identity and a reminder of my journey toward self-acceptance.

Self-Discovery, Personal Stories, Cultural Identity, Social CommentaryEddie RamirezAugust 20, 2025Dual culture, Cultural Identity, Self-acceptance, Finding Community, Hispanic Heritage Month, Cultural CelebrationComment

Where do I belong?

For those who are trying to find themselves and where they belong…

Self-Discovery, Cultural Identity, Personal Stories, Dual Culture LifeEddie RamirezAugust 13, 2025Mexican-American, Heritage and identity, Dual culture, Self-acceptance, Identity Journey, Personal Growth, Childhood experiencesComment