There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from being the person who always says, “I’ve got it.” Not because you actually have it. Not because you want to carry everything alone. But because somewhere along the way, doing it yourself became safer than depending on anyone else. Hyper-independence is often discussed as a…
Choose the Next Romance Couple: Your Vote Matters!
Voting is now open for readers to choose the next couple for author Jess Bicknell’s upcoming story. Six main couples and two bonus wild cards span various themes, from dark romance to small-town love. Readers are encouraged to share why the chosen pair captivates them, shaping the future of Bicknell’s writing.
🚨 BOOK RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨
The doors to Lockworth Academy are opening. And once you’re inside, you may want to pay attention to the caution lights. 💡🖤 THE LOCKWORTH FILES: CAUTION LIGHTSby Jess Bicknell📅 Coming December 2, 2026📚 Amazon Kindle They were brought to Lockworth to control their gifts. Instead, they’ll discover the academy is what they should fear, because the greatest monsters aren’t always born….
Podcast Episode: Nervous System and Self-Discovery
Welcome to our “Podview” an overview of the latest blog posts.
How Dysautonomia Impacts Daily Life: My Story
After sharing my latest heart and tilt-table updates, I realized something: I keep throwing around words like IST, dysautonomia, tachycardia, autonomic nervous system, and adrenergic response as though everyone has spent the last several months earning an honorary medical degree alongside me. 😅 Most people haven’t, so I thought it might be helpful to explain…
Dear self,
I’m so proud of us. I don’t think I say that enough. I spend so much time thinking about what still hurts, what still needs answers, what my body still can’t do, and what the next appointment, test, medication, or diagnosis might bring that sometimes I forget to turn around and look at the road…
Four Beats Short: When a “Negative” Tilt-Table Test Was Anything but Normal
An IST, Dysautonomia & Hyperadrenergic Health Update If you’ve been following my health journey, you know I’ve spent a ridiculous amount of time trying to explain one very specific thing: When I stand up, my body changes gears. My heart rate climbs. My blood pressure climbs with it. The longer I’m upright, the more likely…
The Porch Light Is Still On: When Loving a Friend Means Stepping Away
There is a quote that has been sitting particularly heavy with me lately: “No one trashes your name better than someone who is afraid you’ll tell people the truth.” Whew. That is a loaded statement. And unfortunately, it’s one I’ve learned the truth of more than once in my life. I’ve never been particularly good…
When a “Negative” Tilt-Table Test Became Anything but Negative
Test Experience Today, I finally had my tilt-table test—and saying it started off rough would be an understatement. Before the test had even begun, the doctor looked at my baseline numbers and announced that I was “so negative for everything.” The nurses actually had to talk him into proceeding with the test that I was…
Veiling in Magic: Ancient Roots, Sacred Thresholds, and Modern Practice
Recently, I began incorporating veiling into my own spiritual practice. Not as a requirement, not as a rule, and certainly not because someone told me I had to. Instead, it became a quiet ritual. A way of stepping from the noise of everyday life into something a little more sacred. For many people, the word…
