For some people, staying busy is a way to avoid uncomfortable emotions. We all cope differently, and sometimes it’s easier to externalize what we’re not ready to face internally. How many of us would slow down if we felt more comfortable with difficult feelings? If we learned to sit with our emotions instead of running […]
What Brings You Joy in Your Daily Life?
On April 6th, I gave birth to a dream I had carried for years. Starting a blog was something I had wanted for a long time, but first, I needed the perfect name. Like many parents naming a newborn, I struggled to find the right name. After going through many names, I finally found one […]
How Have People’s Opinions Held You Back?
Everyone has an opinion of you, but the mistake we make is tying our identity to how people view us. The way someone perceives you often reflects more about them than about you. If someone sees you as unworthy, does that make you unworthy? The answer is NO. Here’s why I think it is important […]
When Is the Last Time You Felt Seen?
Being seen goes beyond the surface. We call this intimacy: Into me, see. Do you have someone who knows the depth of who you are? Have you allowed people to see your imperfections, or does that make you feel exposed? What if revealing the thing you most want to hide could lead to greater understanding? […]
How Do You Keep Your Cup Full?
Self-care is all about keeping your cup full. When your cup is full, not only are you happy, but the people around you get to experience the best of you. Sometimes, people believe that to feel happy, they need to pour into others first, but it’s the other way around. A person who fills their […]
What Do You Owe Yourself?
It’s often easier to focus on what others owe you. But what do you owe yourself? This question invites you to look inward and reflect on your needs. If something as small as a plant has several needs, then how much more do you need? Fulfillment begins with self-awareness and a commitment to your emotional […]
What Are You Ready to Heal?
Whenever I got a cut and used rubbing alcohol to treat it, I would wince because of the burning sensation. It felt as if the healing process was more painful than the injury itself. The same can be true for emotional wounds. Sometimes, healing from our past is an uncomfortable experience. I believe some people […]
How Do You Stop the Inner Critic?
When it comes to self-esteem, negative self-talk is the most damaging. If we know this to be true, why do we engage in it? It could be because it is familiar. Does it sound like something you heard growing up? You will never amount to anything. You are stupid. You are a bad person. You […]
What Are Your Emotions Telling You?
We all have emotions. While we might find it easy to embrace emotions like happiness and excitement, it is important that we don’t avoid emotions like sadness, anger, or frustration. Instead of labeling emotions as positive or negative, it might be more helpful to see them as signals. We need these signals to navigate throughout […]
How Do You Navigate After a Milestone?
Milestones are significant moments that we experience throughout life. While they can be exciting, they are often followed by uncertainty. I think about graduating from high school, getting accepted into college, starting my first full-time job, and paying off my student loans. As I get older, I continue to experience new milestones, but the in-between […]