When people think about self-respect, they often imagine something dramatic. Standing up to a bully. Leaving a toxic relationship. Drawing a firm line and refusing to cross it. Those moments certainly matter. But self-respect isn’t usually lost in one big decision. It’s chipped away in dozens of small moments that barely register on our radar. […]
There’s a quiet kind of burnout that creeps in slowly, one boundary-less day at a time.It doesn’t always come from major life events or overwhelming trauma.Sometimes, it comes from saying “yes” when we’re tired.From taking on just one more thing, because we feel like we should. From holding everything together so well on the outside […]
You wouldn’t expect a friend to run all day on an empty tank and still be kind, calm, and focused. So why do you expect it of yourself? If you’ve ever found yourself snapping at someone you care about, crying in the car, or lying awake at night wondering why you feel so disconnected or […]
There are seasons where we feel grounded and clear. Where our breath feels steady and our decisions come from a calm place. Where we’re in tune with what we need, and the world—even when hard—feels navigable. And then there are seasons like this one. Where the noise gets louder. Where the world feels heavy and […]
We all hear how good and important self-care is, and it’s something I talk about often on the podcast. Yet putting ourselves first can often feel wrong or selfish, even though it’s crucial for our well-being. Many of us carry invisible negative beliefs that make self-care and self-love challenging. These beliefs can be so ingrained […]
The holiday season is upon us, and for many, that means heading home to spend time with family. While the holidays are often portrayed as a time of joy and togetherness, the reality can be a bit more complex, especially if you’re dealing with less-than-healthy family dynamics. Here are five ways to take care of […]
When we think about self-care, we often focus on the things we can do to take care of ourselves in the moment. We might take a relaxing bath, read a good book, or treat ourselves to a delicious meal. These are all great ways to show ourselves love and attention, but self-care is about more […]
We usually don’t have a problem understanding that we all have basic needs for air, shelter and food. These are givens that we need to survive, every one of us. However, we might struggle to truly grasp the value of psychological and emotional needs since they are less visible and thus easier to ignore. As […]
We talk on the show today about how important it is to build a healthy relationship with your inner truth, and how it is necessary to validate what you think, feel and need on the inside so you can present a strong outer voice in your daily life. If that sounds like a tall order, […]
We talk a lot on the show about the magic of healthy detachment in your relationships, and I often ask you to look at what’s yours and let go of what’s theirs. We also talk a lot about earned vs unearned guilt. Let’s take that boundary concept a bit further and look at some limiting […]
