In 1954, a kid peddled across the neighborhood on his bicycle in search of free food. There was an exhibition for black businesses and free candy, popcorn, and hot dogs were promised at the venue - so the young boy got in and stayed. But after getting what he came for, he left the exhibition […]

If you’re solely counting on others to make you feel loved and appreciated, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. Of course it's wonderful to be affirmed by those close to you. However, if others are your primary means of feeling loved, you may find yourself feeling sad, angry, frustrated, and probably lonely. I used to […]

We all have an innate desire to experience genuine connections that make us feel safe, heard, and valued. Yet we often hesitate to open ourselves up, fearing we might get hurt because of past experiences. Still, the effort to move beyond the surface is always worth it. Deep connections have the power to transform our […]

Self-criticism is sneaky. It dresses up like motivation, whispering things like “You should’ve done more” or “Why can’t you get it right?” And at first, it might feel like it's pushing you forward. But eventually, it just wears you down. That mental heaviness you’re carrying? The constant second-guessing, guilt, and invisible pressure to be perfect? […]

Do you ever felt like you’re a constant work in progress? Like no matter how much you read, heal, journal, or strive, there’s always something else to fix? One more flaw to smooth out. Another mindset to rewire. Another version of yourself you’re supposed to become. We live in a culture that thrives on the […]

Trust is undoubtedly a big part of any relationship. From an early age, we have people we trust and are comfortable enough to share anything with.  We can all agree that trust is the foundation of any good relationship. It gives us certainty and guarantees us that someone has our back no matter what.  We […]

You’re healing and growing, but that doesn’t mean you won’t make mistakes or have moments of weakness.   What you do after that is what's important. Self-awareness is key to avoiding unhealthy coping mechanisms. And no one can help you more than you can help yourself. When you recognize unhelpful thoughts and let them pass […]

Your past self has helped you get to where you are today. You may not agree with many of the choices you’ve made in the past. But acknowledge that you were trying your best. You were growing. You faced so many challenges and disappointments, spent so many nights crying silently, and still found the strength […]

  The practice of self-awareness involves learning about yourself. At first, it seems like an odd concept to grasp, doesn’t it? We’re used to learning about things foreign to us, but getting to know ourselves, our own minds, where we spend all our time – that’s a tough nut to crack. The fact remains that […]