Feeling triggered can be a highly emotional and intense experience. We may feel overwhelmed and struggle to soothe ourselves. I experienced a lot of chaos and turmoil growing up. As an adult, my unresolved trauma would cause me to get…
In the world of personal growth and optimizing human potential, self-reflection isn’t just important — it’s indispensable. Think of it as running diagnostics on your mental software. By diving into self-reflection, you’re not just skimming the surface; you’re mining for…
When we visualize our aspirations through images, words, and symbols on a vision board, we’re tapping into the feelings and excitement behind those desires. As we get clear on our desires we are able to better focus on what we…
At their core, positive affirmations are empowering statements that you can say to yourself with the intention of fostering self-belief, optimism, and resilience. They can shift our focus from negative thoughts, which often fuel emotional upheaval, to a perspective filled…
Creative journaling is like giving your thoughts and feelings a vibrant playground for self-expression. Imagine a space filled with colors, sketches, words, and even collages, capturing the essence of your moments, dreams, and curiosities. Self-expression techniques, such as creative journaling,…
The Law of Attraction is the heartfelt belief that the energy of our thoughts and emotions can draw similar energies from the Universe, influencing our experiences and outcomes. Manifestation techniques are tools that help us intentionally create what we desire…
Survival mode is like your mind and body’s emergency alarm system. When you face stress or danger, this system activates, making you hyper alert and ready to fight, flee or freeze. It’s a protective response. However, if this alarm keeps…
If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in your head and unable to stop thinking about something over and over and over again – you may have a case of overthinking! Overthinking is the act of dwelling excessively on situations, decisions,…
Have you ever wondered why the mere act of chatting about how you feel can end up in a full-blown tear fest? Let’s be real, shedding a tear or two (or many) when we open up is something many of…
Emotional regulation is not something that gets taught in school. Unfortunately, many of us have to learn this skill once we become adults and begin to see that we may be struggling with regulating our emotions. In this article I…