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Loving Yourself Through Solo Travel
Traveling alone is more than just a trip; it’s a love letter to yourself. It’s about stepping out of your comfort zone, discovering who you are, and realizing that your own company is sometimes all you need. Whether you’re a…

How to Bring Your Authentic Self to Business
Every single one of us is an entrepreneur—even if we don’t run our own businesses. The truth is, we are the CEOs of our lives. From the way we plan our days to the way we approach challenges, being intentional…

How Your Parent-Child Relationship Shapes Your Identity (and How to Reclaim It)
It is a fascinating and oftentimes challenging experience to reflect on the intricate web of relationships we share with our parents. These bonds shape us in profound ways, influencing not only who we were in childhood but who we become…

How to Set Boundaries That Strengthen Your Relationships
After recurring frustrations, I recognized my life’s need for clearer boundaries. I realized that even the best intentions don’t equate to successful outcomes without the right boundaries. My husband and I both had discussed that this was an area that…

How to Practice Gratitude and Transform Your Life
The holiday season often encourages joy, togetherness, and reflections on thankfulness. Amid the hustle and bustle of festivity planning, gift-giving, and time with loved ones, practicing gratitude can serve as a compass, guiding us to what truly matters. Gratitude has…

Hate New Year’s Goals? Do This Instead
It’s that time of year again—your social feeds are overflowing with posts about ambitious New Year’s goals, five-year plans, and vision boards bursting with color-coded aspirations. For many, this ritual feels hopeful and energizing, a chance to outline the steps…

A New Year’s Resolution List: Mental Health Edition
The New Year signifies a fresh start, brimming with possibilities and opportunities for change. Many of us take this time to reflect on the past year and make resolutions for self-improvement. Traditionally, these lists focus on fitness goals, career advancements,…

Holiday Mental Health Survival Guide: 10 Steps to Stay Grounded
The holidays can be a challenging time for many of us. Between feelings of loneliness, the weight of expectations, and the disruption of our usual routines, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. If that resonates with you, please remember you’re not…

Wishing You Were Dead: A Survivor Story of Homicidal Ideation
Homicidal ideation is a topic often masked in taboo and misunderstanding. When people hear the term, it can conjure images of malicious intent or violent individuals. However, for many survivors of childhood trauma, these thoughts are not born out of…

Unraveling Parental Sexual Abuse
Being an advocate for sexual abuse victims by podcasting, blogging, and speaking has given me an incredible opportunity to listen to other people who have experienced commonalities of sexual abuse in all genders. I can relate to their intense grief…

Silence and Shame: A Review of the Menendez Brothers Documentary
The Menendez Brothers’ documentary on Netflix is a haunting exploration of trauma, power, and the complexities of familial relationships. From the perspective of a parental sexual abuse survivor, this documentary unravels the intricate web of secrets that shroud the brothers’…

Why Can’t I Relax? Understanding the Struggles of Trauma Survivors
Relaxation seems like a simple concept. For many, it conjures images of lounging on a beach, soaking in a hot bath, or simply unwinding after a long day. But for some, particularly trauma survivors, the idea of relaxing feels unattainable…