Years ago, I was in a relationship where I tended to take things personally, many of which had absolutely nothing to do with me. I didn't realize it at the time, but I was dealing with a lot of insecurity and emotional mayhem. I made plenty of things about me, and reacted from a space […]

It's so easy to get comfortable living in the shadow of whatever you're going through that you forget there's actually a whole person standing behind those challenges. Have you ever introduced yourself to the world through your wounds? Maybe it sounds like: "I'm the anxious one," "I'm just not good at relationships," "I'm the person […]

Have you ever found yourself saying “yes” when every fiber of your being is whispering no? Maybe it's a favor you don't have time for. A meeting you didn’t want to join. A commitment you’re too tired to keep, but you smile and agree anyway. Because… you don’t want to let anyone down. It seems […]

Learning, studying for exams, or studying, in general, is not only about memorizing and retaining information. You also don't have to be in school to be learning or studying something! Many people take on new languages, workshops, challenging booklists, or simply want to immerse themselves in new and interesting subjects such as history, yoga, psychology, […]

Are you taking care of yourself? Are you sure? Many people tend to take care of others and neglect taking time to care for themselves on a regular basis. You might think you are doing this, but take some time to really think about it.  When is the last time you took a whole day […]

Many of us face times where we feel empty and lack fulfillment. Of course, some people may experience this more intensely than others, and it can result in varying levels of depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Feeling empty means you are experiencing a void of value, purpose, or significance in your life. It […]

When we talk about extroverts and introverts it’s often oversimplified in black-and-white terms. But here’s the thing: true extroversion is at one end of the scale and true introversion is on the other end. This means that most people fall somewhere in between.  So, yes, you might be slightly more introverted, but you might also […]

  Every day brings something new. While we can't always control what life throws at us, we can choose how we respond. We can optimize our choices to ensure we invest our limited energy at the right places. After all, you're a being made of energy.   Where is Your Energy Going? Pay attention to […]

There are many introverts out there who feel misunderstood. Their quiet nature can be perplexing to plenty of people, especially those who have a more extroverted personality.   The definition of an introvert is someone who prefers calm, minimally stimulating environments. Introverts tend to feel drained after socializing and regain their energy by spending time alone. - […]