Letting Myself Rest as Selfcare
Today is not a typical shoot day for me, but I still wanted to pamper myself a bit, so I indulged in some makeup. Checking out my reflection, I couldn’t help but chuckle at my messy bun. Perhaps I should do something about it, but today is all about rest. So, with my peach iced…
Loss and Healing
This past year has been a whirlwind of change for me, moving to a new state, downsizing, and facing life’s unexpected twists. It’s been tough, but I’m here, navigating through it all. The heart of this story is a bittersweet farewell to my beloved dog, Buster. When he started facing breathing problems and pain, I…
Embracing Solitude: My Journey of Healing
Today, I want to share a deeply personal journey with you—a journey of healing, self-discovery, and learning to embrace solitude as a form of self-care. If you’ve ever felt like an outsider or struggled to find your place in a world that can feel overwhelming, you’re not alone. Join me as I open up about…
How I deal with Trolls and Stigma
In the vast expanse of the internet, we’re all just tiny specks in a vast digital universe. Unfortunately, it’s a universe filled with trolls, those enigmatic creatures whose sole purpose seems to be spreading negativity and vitriol wherever they go. Over the years, I’ve learned that no matter what I do, someone somewhere is going…
Embracing Imperfection
Life is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes, it throws challenges our way that we never saw coming. One such challenge for me has been navigating Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD). It’s a condition that has not only tested my resilience but also pushed me to confront the unrealistic standards I…
Embracing Self-Compassion
Life is a constant journey, and sometimes, it feels like we’re navigating through uncharted territory. Today, I want to open up about my personal journey, one that’s been marked by self-discovery, resilience, and most importantly, self-compassion. The Struggle with Rigidity For the longest time, I held myself to impossibly high standards. I believed that I…
Coping with Anxiety and Loss of Appetite
Introduction: We all have those days when life feels like an uphill battle. Today happens to be one of those days for me. Anxiety is like a looming shadow, making even the simplest tasks feel like a monumental effort. One of the challenges I’m facing right now is a loss of appetite, which can be…
Navigating Intense Sadness: My Journey through Emotional Distress
Life has a way of throwing emotional challenges our way, and for me, today has been one of those days where sadness has overwhelmed my senses. It’s not just any sadness; it’s a deep, intense feeling that has triggered physical discomfort like a headache, chest pain, and muscle tension. I want to share my journey…
Navigating Emotional Distress: My Journey Towards Self-Care
Introduction: Emotional distress is like an unwelcome guest that often overstays its visit. It invades our lives, manifesting physically with headaches, chest pain, and unrelenting tension. Acknowledging these emotions is crucial, and addressing them is the first step toward reclaiming our well-being. In this post, I invite you into my world, sharing my experiences, and…
Cultivating Inner Strength: Mindfulness and Self-Compassion
In the journey of life, we all encounter moments of self-doubt, anxiety, and negative self-talk. These experiences are a shared part of our human existence, but they need not define our reality or chip away at our self-worth. Enter two powerful tools: mindfulness and self-compassion. These practices can help us redirect negative self-talk and foster…
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