You’ve Crossed the Bridge, Dear There’s a particular kind of suffering we inflict on ourselves when we miss the moment we’ve arrived — when we keep pursuing solutions to problems we no longer have, crossing bridges we’ve already crossed simply because we once told ourselves we would. I’ve been thinking lately about the difference between…
Tag: Mental Health
Finding Perspective: The Art of Flying Higher
A mindset reflection for those moments when we need to rise above the daily grind We often pride ourselves on our ability to focus on details. As mothers, professionals, and community members, this skill serves us well in many aspects of life. But there’s a quiet magic that happens when we occasionally gain a bird’s…
Embracing Sacred Waiting: The Power of Stillness
Last night, I had a dream that shifted something profound within me. In this dream, I was pregnant. I found myself in a hospital waiting room, but instead of sitting quietly in anticipation, I was frantically moving about: folding clothes, packing bags, organizing and reorganizing while everyone around me sat still. The striking part? I…
Transforming Betrayal into Personal Growth
In the intricate landscape of our lives, transitions often arrive disguised as unexpected challenges. What we initially perceive as betrayal can actually be a profound invitation to personal transformation. Our perspective can be the most powerful healing tool we possess. When life seemingly pushes us off our expected path, our first instinct is often to…
Living Optimally: 4 Foundational Principles of Wellness
In a world saturated with complex health advice and conflicting information, wellness doesn’t have to be complicated. Through my own health journey, I’ve discovered that living well centers around four simple yet profound principles that can transform how we approach our daily lives. My Personal Journey to Wellness: Finding Balance After Fibroids When I was…
Unmasking Suicide: A Candid Conversation
Guest Post by Cherise Young Breaking the Silence: A Compassionate Look at Suicide Prevention Two years after September was first deemed National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, I led my first suicide prevention training. What I discovered was eye-opening: the concept of suicide as a preventable public health matter was foreign and even uncomfortable for many….
