“Am I the Narcissist?” How to Tell If It’s You
“Narcissism is voluntary blindness, an agreement not to look beneath the surface.” ~Sam Keen Have you ever found yourself wondering, “Am I the narcissist in this relationship?” If so, you’re…
Why I Stopped Measuring My Pain Against Others’ Suffering
“A history of trauma can give you a high tolerance for emotional pain. But just because you can take it doesn’t mean you have to.” ~Dr. Thema I just returned…
5 Practical Tips for Overcoming the Pressure to Do More
“In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you.” ~Deepak Chopra There was a time in my life when chaos seemed to have the upper hand. I…
The Silent Struggle: When Saying “No” Is Not That Simple
“The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance.” ~Nathaniel Branden I vividly recall a morning when my son was just five years old. My husband wanted…
The Art of Being Flawed in a Perfectionist World
“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.” ~Vince Lombardi Okay, let’s be real for a second. As I sit here trying to write this…
How to Stop Living in Perpetual Guilt and Forgive Yourself
“I have learned that the person I have to ask for forgiveness from the most is myself. You must love yourself. You have to forgive yourself every day. Whenever you…
I Had Enough: What’s Happened Since I Quit My Job
“Sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is walk away from the things that no longer serve your growth or well-being.” ~Unknown I’ve always been a very independent person with…
How I’ve Found Relief from Panic Attacks
“Don’t assume I’m weak because I have panic attacks. You’ll never know the amount of strength it takes to face the world every day.” ~Unknown I was just eighteen when…
How Gratitude and Mindfulness Gave Me My Life Back
“Train your mind and heart to see the good in everything. There is always something to be grateful for.” ~Unknown I used to rush through life, constantly ticking off to-dos, feeling like…