#1 Your needs matter too. — Do you find yourself saying “yes” to things you don’t want to do, just to avoid conflict or please others? Are you someone who often puts others’ needs before your own, even if it comes at your own expense? If so, you’re a people-pleaser — and you know how difficult…

“We fear disagreements at all costs because we’ve witnessed them before and we remember how powerless we felt.” — Conflict avoidance is a real problem that affects many of us. We stay silent, we push down our feelings and we pretend there’s nothing wrong when deep down we’re angry, disappointed, or frustrated. It gets worse when we’re in situations where we should stand up for ourselves. The mere possibility…

Here’s everything you need to know to set boundaries and free yourself from manipulative, self-centered people. — Until a few years ago, my life was filled with toxic and dysfunctional people because I didn’t know how to say no. As someone who was raised in a dysfunctional home with very strict parents, I thought I had to say yes to everything and everyone. …

Your efforts are not in vain. — Healing journeys can be very lonely. Sometimes, it feels like you’re completely alone dealing with your worst fears and trying to find some peace amid so much inner chaos. It takes a lot of courage to turn inward and face our demons. It takes so much courage that most people…

Nothing changes if you change nothing. — Have you ever experienced a persistent headache that lingers despite your best efforts to alleviate it? Or maybe you find yourself perpetually fatigued, even after getting an adequate amount of rest. These physical manifestations are not mere coincidences; they often arise as messages from our bodies, urging us to pay…

#2 Helper fatigue. — Fatigue, often associated with physical exhaustion, is a state of being that affects us on multiple levels. It’s a complex web of physical, mental, and emotional weariness that can leave us feeling drained and depleted. While physical fatigue is commonly recognized and addressed, there are other hidden aspects of fatigue…

Stepping into your true self may seem daunting at first, but the rewards far outweigh the temporary comfort of fitting in. — We live in a world that constantly tells us to fit in, conform to societal norms, and blend seamlessly into the crowd. We’re bombarded with messages that we should look a certain way, act a certain way, and think a certain way. …

How cultural norms and inter-generational patterns teach us that our feelings don’t matter. — Family is often seen as a safe haven, a place where you can find comfort, support, and understanding. However, not all families function in this idealized way. In dysfunctional families, there’s simply no space for your emotional experiences and feelings. …

Have you ever noticed that no matter how much sleep you get, you still wake up feeling exhausted? — In our fast-paced, high-pressure world, it’s all too easy to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and drained. When you’re constantly juggling work, personal commitments, and the ever-growing demands of daily life, it’s no wonder that motivation can take a nosedive. But before you start labeling yourself as “lazy,” it’s crucial to recognize…