Sometimes a trigger doesn’t come with a bang. Sometimes it’s quiet; just a sinking feeling in your chest a sudden wave of confusion a wall going up without warning Maybe it’s after a conversation where things didn’t land the way you hoped. Maybe it’s the disappointment of feeling emotionally unsafe in a moment that mattered. […]
Our minds are constantly working and processing information. We go through our days feeling like there’s always more to do. And while you’re busy taking care of one thing after another, decision fatigue can creep up on you. On top of that, it’s easy to fall into a cycle of constant stimulation in our technology-driven […]
Ever feel like your emotions are about to boil over at the worst possible moment? That presentation you’re about to give, the difficult conversation with your partner, or that moment when traffic just won’t budge - all perfect scenarios for stress to take the wheel. But what if you had a reset button you could […]
What if I told you that being unapologetically average might actually be the secret to feeling alive again? Not “average” in the boring, beige, give-up-on-your-dreams way. I’m talking about the kind of average that lets you breathe. That says, “You don’t have to hustle yourself into a shell of a human just to be worthy.” […]
Uncertainty is unpleasant, but it is part of life. If we had everything our way, most of us would prefer to be well aware of what will happen every minute of every day. This would help us plan for pretty much anything, from the unpredicted rain to the loss of a loved one. Sadly, we […]
Most of us have a first aid kit somewhere in our homes. We keep it stocked and accessible, knowing that accidents and injuries are inevitable parts of life. But what about our mental and emotional well-being? Shouldn’t we have resources ready for those moments when our mental health needs immediate attention, too? A mental health […]
A couple of years ago, in the midst of COVID, I found myself in a small warehouse space with two of my friends. Each of us donned protective jumpsuits, heavy gloves, and full-face shields (sounds a bit apocalyptic, I know). Before us lay a smorgasbord of destruction: old printers, glass bottles, ceramic plates, and more. […]
Ever find yourself putting off important tasks until tomorrow, only to realize you’ve been doing that for days? Or maybe you’ve spent an hour scrolling through Netflix, unable to pick something to watch, then give up entirely? What if I told you that your procrastination and indecision might not be a character flaw, but a […]
Trying to find a way to have less phone time? Smartphones have found a way to be an essential part of our lives. For most people, their phones are the first thing they look at in the morning, and the last thing they look at before falling asleep. Features such as alarms, reminders, and other […]
