mindfulness
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Embracing Growth: Finding Freedom in Discomfort
Growth rarely feels safe. Healing isn’t easy. The most meaningful shifts often happen in the messy, uncertain in-between, when you stay present with your discomfort, as hard as it is, instead of running from it. Let it be awkward. Let… Continue reading
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Shadow Integration
Many of us have been taught to escape or fight uncomfortable emotions, labeled as “negative,” something to be eradicated in our pursuit of becoming better humans. We’ve spent our lives locked in an excruciating, endless battle against ourselves, chasing what… Continue reading
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The Weight of Suppressed Emotions
When I was little, I was constantly taught to distract myself from feeling angry, upset, or anxious. ‘Here’s your favorite toy, Nat. Maybe a cookie? Think about something positive. Why are you crying? Nothing tragic has happened. Others have it… Continue reading