As someone who has experienced dark moments, I recognize the importance of remaining hopeful. When I was going through depression as a young adult, hope was something that kept me alive. While it was agonizing to deal with the symptoms of depression, I had hope that someday things would get better for me. Over time, […]
How Do You Protect Your Heart?
Many people’s first impression of me is often quiet or reserved. No one’s ever called me ‘guarded,’ but I know I am. I used to believe being guarded was a weakness. Now, I recognize it as one of my strengths. I protect my heart because it’s sacred to me. I’m not an open book. I’m a […]
What Unhealthy Relationship Patterns Do You Need to Break?
The way you show up in relationships often follows a pattern. Some patterns are healthy, such as open communication, empathy, and respect. Other patterns can be unhealthy, like codependency, lack of accountability, or avoidance of conflict. When you think of your relationships, what patterns are unhealthy? The reason this question is important is because unhealthy […]
How Important Is It to You to Be Liked?
For some people, being liked is more important than being who they are. For others, being themselves is more important than being liked. It is difficult to remain authentic when you’re concerned with being liked. This mindset can get you stuck in the approval trap. Not everyone will like you, and that’s okay. Instead of […]
How Do You Prioritize Your Emotional Needs?
Some people go to the gym and eat healthy to stay in shape, but our emotional well-being is just as important. We all have emotional needs, and how we prioritize them plays a crucial role in our overall health. To ensure you’re taking care of your emotional well-being, start by identifying your needs, assessing your […]
What Makes You a Valuable Friend?
Friendships are some of the most important relationships we will ever have. They often give us a sense of belonging and a safe space to be ourselves. Friendships can be deeply intimate, with some describing their friends as soulmates or family. When you think about the friends you have in your life, what qualities do […]
How Do You Open Up to Someone New?
Whether it’s a first date with someone you like or something personal you share with a new friend, opening up can be scary. While you may believe you are only exposing yourself by sharing information, you are also gaining insight into who people are. It is important to open up because it builds meaningful, honest, […]
What Is Your Love Language?
How we show love plays a crucial role in building and maintaining intimate relationships. Do you show love through gifts, acts of service, quality time, words of affirmation, or physical touch? While these love languages provide insight into how we connect emotionally, they don’t cover all expressions of love. Take time to explore what love […]
How Have You Evolved?
There comes a time when the person you once were no longer aligns with who you’re becoming. It isn’t an identity crisis; it’s simply an evolution. Change is inevitable, but are we open to it? As we grow, our beliefs, relationships, and interests may shift. Instead of holding onto the past, it’s important to step […]
How Has Trauma Shaped Your Beliefs?
Have you ever heard a voice in your mind say, “You’re not good enough”? I know this thought can be extremely harmful when you say it out loud, but this is often a belief that people develop from past trauma. Unfortunately, many people, including myself, allow this belief to become our identity. Trauma has a […]