Mindfulness Practice

When we talk about healing, it often feels like we’re preparing for a battle. “I’m healing so I can confront my trauma, face my pain, and wrestle my anxiety to the ground!” That sounds brave, sure, but let’s be honest: you’ve been doing that already. You’ve survived; you’ve fought. You’re not healing to keep enduring the struggle—you’re healing to reclaim joy, happiness, and the freedom to actually live your life. Mastering Chaos Pain? You’ve got it handled. Life throws its lemons, and you figure out how to keep going—maybe not with lemonade, but at least with lemon water (because who has time for sugar?). Anxiety? It’s like an old opponent whose tricks you know too well. Depression? It’s practically a terrible roommate—always there, eating your snacks and leaving everything in disarray. But joy? That’s the curveball. Happiness can feel sneaky, like it’s too good to be true. When you’ve been in survival mode for so long, feeling good can be... unsettling. It’s like putting on jeans aft...

What I Would Tell My Childhood Self: A Letter Through Time Life is a winding journey, filled with lessons, growth, and countless moments that shape us. If I could sit down with my childhood self, I'd tell them what I now know — words of encouragement, lessons learned, and the wisdom that comes from navigating the ups and downs of life. Dear Younger Me, First and foremost, let me tell you something important: you are enough, just as you are. The world might make you feel like you need to be something different, smarter, braver, or louder. But trust me, your quiet strength and kind heart are your superpowers. Don’t trade them for anything. Embrace the Imperfections You’ll make mistakes, lots of them. There will be times you feel embarrassed, scared, or even like you’ve failed. That’s okay. Mistakes are not the end of the world; they’re stepping stones. They’ll teach you things no textbook ever could, so embrace them and know they’re part of becoming the person you’re meant to be. Be...

Holding Space: The Art of Showing Up Without a Toolbox Let’s face it—sometimes life throws curveballs, and our first instinct is to become a fix-it wizard. Got a problem? We’re ready with advice, duct tape, or at least a meme to lighten the mood. But what if the secret to being truly supportive is to do... absolutely nothing? Enter the magical, slightly misunderstood art of holding space. Holding space sounds fancy, like something a yogi or life coach would whisper during meditation, but it’s surprisingly simple. At its core, it’s about being present for someone without trying to change, solve, or improve their situation. Think of it as emotional parallel parking—you’re just being there, quietly, without bumping into their feelings or offering unsolicited roadmaps. How Not to Hold Space Imagine your friend is upset about a breakup, and you respond with: “Have you tried manifesting a better relationship?” “You just need to move on!” “Oh! This reminds me of my breakup...” Helpful? Nope....