Welcome to the REAL TALK READ – a place where raw honesty meets insightful writing. Curated by Michelle Budiwski, this space is dedicated to sharing thought-provoking articles, personal stories, reviews, and reflections on the topics that matter most.

Here, you’ll find Michelle’s unique perspective on everything from health and wellness to finance, politics, mental health, and beyond. Each post is an authentic reflection of her experiences, beliefs, and the lessons learned along the way. Whether it’s in-depth reviews, personal journeys, or practical tips for navigating life’s challenges, REAL TALK brings you content that is both real and relatable.

Dive into the world of unfiltered insight, where Michelle’s voice, passion, and commitment to empowering others shine through in every post. From expert advice to candid reflections, this is your go-to space for inspiration, motivation, and a deeper understanding of the world around us.

Stay tuned for regular updates and fresh perspectives – all served with a side of raw, engaging, authentic and lived experiences and insights.

Outraged – building bridges across political divides

I just finished listening to Outraged by Kurt Gray, and with a federal election underway here in Canada, I couldn’t have picked a better—or...

  • March 30, 2025
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Raging Against the Dying of the Light: Life After Cancer Surgery

I always thought I understood resilience. Life has tested me more times than I can count—poverty, abuse, addiction, loss. I have fought through it...

  • March 28, 2025
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I’m done hoping that you will ever love me…

I’ve been in my share of toxic relationships—ones where I didn’t respect myself enough to set boundaries or walk away from disrespect. I kept...

  • March 25, 2025
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Private Health Care? No thanks!

How anyone thinks privatizing health care and letting insurance companies dictate treatment and support is a good idea… baffles me.Insurance companies are FOR PROFIT,...

  • March 25, 2025
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Positive not Happy.

I don’t want anyone to mistake my sense of humor or positive attitude for happiness. I’m not happy. I’m not happy about any of...

  • March 25, 2025
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Counting down to surgery

In just five days, I’ll be heading into surgery to remove my cancer. PIMA (pain in my ass), my tumor has shrunk to just...

  • March 25, 2025
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