Archive - ALEXIS MERA DAMEN

How can I better manage my writing time and ideas, and step away to give my brain a rest?

Welcome to Issue #2 of Ask Alexis.

Jul 2 •

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June 2025

A personal essay about love, loss, and finding comfort in brownies.

Jun 25 •

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Keeping it real with Marie-Elizabeth Mali from Sex, Death & Cash

"Finally unhooking from my drivenness is one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself."

Jun 17 •

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Marie-Elizabeth Mali

I was a toothless teenager—here's how it shaped me

A personal essay exploring the connection between teeth, identity, beauty standards, and self-worth, particularly for young women.

Jun 10 •

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How to live your best life in Mallorca

Mallorca travel diary: beaches, food, and my top 3 highlights.

Jun 5 •

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May 2025

Keeping it real with Hannah Ashe from Chez Hanny

"I truly feel that I am in my technicolour, fully creative era."

May 30 •

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Should I become a barista?

For my 39th birthday, my friends got me a home barista course at Monks Café, a popular spot here in Amsterdam.

May 25 •

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Is it scary to have your personal essays published?

Introducing my new advice column, Ask Alexis!

May 18 •

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Fuck "success"—I just want to be happy (I know this is cliché, but IDC)

My almost 40 y.o. brain (and 29 y.o. body, duh) is tired of the hustle.

May 13 •

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9 heartfelt Mother's Day notes from readers of The Cool Aunt

"Everyday is Mother's Day!"

May 11 •

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Raksha Daryanani Thani

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Kaila Krayewski

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Shelby Tutty, MHA

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I love food and I love projects!

That's why I’m creating a new recipe each month and sharing it here! First up: Ground chicken & zucchini bowls with lemon-tahini drizzle.

May 4 •

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Look, Mom—I’m published in HuffPost!

When my therapist told me I should try taking up space by talking about grieving my mom's long goodbye, I never thought it would lead me here.

May 1 •

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