We forget how healing nature can be. — In a world where stress and anxiety seem to lurk around every corner, finding peace and calmness can often feel like an elusive dream. As someone who has grappled with a dysregulated nervous system for as long as I can remember, the search for tranquility has been an ongoing challenge…

You have to let go of what no longer serves you. — Life is constantly changing, and sometimes we may find ourselves feeling stuck or unsatisfied with our current situation. It’s natural to want something different, whether it’s a new career, a new relationship, or a new lifestyle. But making a significant change in your life can be scary and uncomfortable, and…

#1 You always put the needs of others before your own. — Enmeshed families are much more common than we think. The problem is that we often hesitate to acknowledge how dysfunctional our family dynamics can be and how detrimental their patterns and traits can be to our well-being. In healthy families, children are encouraged to become emotionally independent. They are nurtured…

The question is, why are some of us programmed to do most of the work in our relationships? — Anyone who has been in a committed relationship knows relationships take work. That work is about being honest, opening up about your true feelings, and showing up to your partner every single day. However, this idea that relationships take hard work is often used to justify unhealthy dynamics — especially…

It lies in the everyday consistency of showing up for yourself — In a world where we are inundated with stories of overnight success, viral sensations, and miraculous transformations, it’s easy to be drawn to the idea of the extraordinary. These stories of individuals who’ve seemingly transcended their challenges to reach the pinnacle of personal and spiritual growth inspire us deeply. They…

When we’re surrounded by chaos, we need to be prepared all the time. — Late at night, as I lie in bed, my mind goes into overdrive. It starts with replaying old conversations, past decisions, and every mistake I’ve ever made. But it doesn’t stop there; my thoughts inevitably wander into the future, conjuring up scenarios and uncertainties that haven’t even happened yet. When…

Wasn’t love supposed to be chaotic, conditional, and unbalanced? — Until 6 years ago, I carried a belief that I was not worthy of love. I believed that relationships were inherently unstable and unbalanced, and that it was normal for me to give a lot more than I received. This perspective wasn’t born out of thin air; it was a…

How much longer can you afford to ignore its whispers? — Many of us have normalized the chaotic pace of today’s world. We think we need to do it all, fulfill every responsibility, and be everywhere all the time. I know I certainly did. Over the past couple of years, I found myself caught in a whirlwind of busyness. In the…

Trauma isn’t solely about big, dramatic events. — A few years ago, I was the epitome of hyper-independence. I lived my life convinced that I could tackle any challenge on my own, and emotional vulnerability was a foreign concept to me. Anytime anyone came close, I’d feel suffocated. It was as though the very act of emotional intimacy…