In a world that seems to measure worth by how much you do, the idea of simply sitting still – without tasks, without proving or performing – can feel foreign, even unsettling. We’re trained to keep moving, to fill every moment with something productive, as if the absence of activity is somehow a void that …
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Sometimes, we find ourselves unable to show up for the people we love in the ways they need us to. Instead of offering the comforting embrace they’re searching for, we respond with a joke, or our nervous laughter fills the silence in moments when they just need understanding. It’s strange, almost unnerving, that in these …
It’s hard to be grateful when you feel stuck. Everyone else seems to be moving forward, celebrating wins, while you’re just… waiting. It’s like watching life from behind a glass, tapping for someone to notice, but no one does. The hardest part? Feeling like you’ve given your all, but there’s nothing to show for it. …
There’s a moment we all face, when exhaustion becomes more than just tiredness. It’s that feeling when you’ve run dry—your tank is empty, but you keep pushing. You ignore the signs. And in that space, something starts to shift. What used to feel like passion, joy, and purpose now feels like obligation, pressure, and resentment. …
We all have a mirror. Maybe it’s the one hanging on your bathroom wall, or the one you check before stepping out. But it’s not really about that mirror, is it? It’s about the mirror we carry inside—the one that reflects back a voice, a whisper, a truth, or a lie. “Mirror, mirror on the …
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Sometimes, it feels like everyone around you has a role for you to play—a mask they hand over for you to wear. Maybe it’s the friend who always lends a listening ear, the reliable one who never breaks, or the quiet shadow that stays unnoticed in a crowded room. But here’s the thing no one …
We’ve talked about how trauma can be that quiet voice in our lives, shaping who we are in ways we don’t always see. But what happens when you realize that voice isn’t truly yours? How do you find the strength to speak in your own voice, to live your own truth, when trauma has had …
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Imagine you’re at a party, and someone asks, “So, what’s your story?” It’s one of those open-ended questions that can make you pause for a moment. Most of us stumble, defaulting to a job title, a hometown, or a brief summary of life events. But here’s the thing: your story is more than just a …
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Offense is more than just a fleeting emotion; it’s a deeply personal experience that can shake you to your core. It’s that moment when someone’s words or actions slice through your defenses, leaving you exposed and vulnerable. We often dismiss it as a mere reaction, something to be shrugged off, but the truth is, offense …
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Have you ever noticed how a small inconvenience can set off a cascade of negative emotions, leading you to lash out at those around you? This week, let’s explore the depths of these emotional responses and how they can impact our relationships, even when we don’t mean to cause harm. The Trigger: A Common Scenario …
Read more The Hidden Struggle of Emotional Regulation: A Personal Journey