No One Is Coming
There are times when I need help, and it’s not always possible to get it right away. Maybe the people or resources I need aren’t available, or the person I want help from isn’t able or willing to provide it. Even though I understand that not everything can happen on my timeline, it still feels […]
Moving and Meltdowns: Emotional Resilience
I recently moved, and if you’ve ever experienced relocating from one home to another, you know it’s a challenging task that requires a lot of patience. I told one of my brothers that I was really proud to have had only had one minor meltdown during this difficult move. He laughed, saying a meltdown is […]
Practicing for the Unpredictable
It’s incredibly frustrating not to be able to predict the future. It’s challenging to put in the work without knowing the outcome. It’s scary to love without knowing if that person will be there for you in the ways you need. So how do I know where to invest my energy? Despite the uncertainty, I’m […]
Two Steps Forward, One Step Back: The Choreography of Change
Before having the right tools, my attempts at change looked like this: Exhilarated Start, Crash Landing. I’d be swept away by motivation, diving headfirst into a new goal. Then, I’d try to overhaul everything at once, leading to burnout and quitting. The problem? We’ve been conditioned to believe that positive change should feel good – […]
Pain Can Make You Bitter or Better – How to Use Pain for Guidance
Ever feel like you’re constantly dodging emotional punches? Maybe you broke up with a significant other, lost a job, or experienced a major life shift. It’s during these times we often hear the saying, “pain can make you bitter or better.” For a long time, I held onto the desperate hope of living a life […]
