The holidays have always meant a lot to me, but I know this season can be really tough for many. Not everyone feels joyful this time of year, and that’s completely okay. Loneliness is more common than it seems, and it can feel even heavier during the holidays. I want to share some perspective that […]
How Do You Plan to Spend the Holidays?
Most of us follow the same holiday traditions every year, putting up the Christmas tree after Thanksgiving, spending time with family, or listening to festive music. But have you ever asked yourself what traditions you want to start? It’s okay to decide you’d rather stay home and enjoy a quieter holiday. The season isn’t just […]
What Is Your Nighttime Routine?
There was a time when I didn’t have much of a nighttime routine, or at least not a good one. I’d spend hours scrolling on my phone and then wonder why I couldn’t fall asleep. The next morning, I’d wake up tired, irritable, and stuck in the same cycle. Eventually, I realized a better morning […]
How Do You Prepare for Hard Conversations?
Hard conversations aren’t easy because they challenge us to grow. When we think about why we do things, is it out of obligation or genuine interest? We spend so much time worrying about what other people think and how other people feel, but what about how we feel and what we think? Being able to […]
How Do You Respond to Criticism?
Growing up, I watched American Idol, and the judge who caught my attention was Simon Cowell. He definitely didn’t hold back, calling some contestants the worst singers in the world. His blunt comments made me think about how we react when others judge us. How do you respond when someone criticizes you? The most effective […]
If You Had One Wish, What Would It Be?
I will never forget my 10th birthday party. As I blew out the candles on my cake, I had one wish in mind. When that wish came true, I was ecstatic. I believed that all it took was a few lit candles and a little imagination to make anything possible. Over time, I learned that […]
What Prevents You from Asking for Help?
When I was twelve, I had to complete a science project, and since science was my least favorite subject, I dreaded it. The assignment felt overwhelming for two reasons: I didn’t know what I was doing, and I had procrastinated. After hours of struggling, I ended up with a pounding headache and a project that […]
Which Environments Make You Feel Invisible?
Have you ever walked into a store where no one greets you? You’re browsing quietly, trying to find what you need, but no one looks up. No one says hello. No one asks if you need help. After a while, you start to feel invisible, as if you don’t belong there. Then, you step into […]
Who in Your Life Can You Trust?
What happens when the people closest to us betray us? For many of us, this leads to trust issues. We believe that if we can’t trust the people we’re close to, then we can’t trust anyone. On the surface, it appears to be trust issues, but beneath that lies unresolved trauma. When the people we […]
How Do You Spot Seasonal Depression in Yourself or Others?
According to statistics, one in five Americans has a mental illness. With a stat like that, chances are you or someone you care about may be going through a difficult time, especially during the holidays. Seasonal depression tends to become more common in the fall and winter. So, how can we find the support we […]