An interview with filmmaker Kasey Christine about her psychological thriller Florida, a film based on real events exploring manipulation, control, and recovery through storytelling.

Discover why the perfect friend doesn’t exist—and why that’s a good thing. In this reflective blog post, I explore friendship, personal growth, and self-compassion, sharing lessons on building meaningful connections, navigating disappointment, and learning to show up for yourself first. Perfect for anyone seeking advice on friendships, emotional resilience, and personal development.

On a solo winter trip to a cabin in the woods of Wisconsin, I confronted fear, solitude, and my own self-reliance—learning how to keep a fire alive, navigate quiet nights alone, and cross the frozen expanse of Lake Superior on a guided ice cave tour. What began as a simple getaway became an exercise in trust, presence, and confidence, reminding me that growth often happens when we step into the unknown—alone, but not lonely.

At 31, with a life full of friends, travel, hobbies, and goals I’m proud of, it’s a question that keeps catching me off guard. After years of unhealthy relationships, repeating patterns, and dating fatigue, I finally took a step back to understand myself, what I truly want in a partner, and—most importantly—how to build a strong, whole relationship with myself. This is the story of learning to trust my intuition, set boundaries, and find peace and purpose in conscious singleness.