The Resilient Journey
Empathy, not pity – the right way to support someone.
Have you ever noticed how people sometimes confuse empathy with pity? When we’re going through a challenging time, we might hear well-meaning but off-putting comments like, “Oh, poor you” or “You’ll be fine.” While these words are intended to comfort, they often brush...
Setting healthy boundaries in your life is self-care in action.
We hear the word “self-care” all the time, but what does it really mean? It’s more than bubble baths and spa days (though, who doesn’t love those?). Real self-care is about creating a life where your needs are met, your energy is protected, and your mental and...
Should you feel regret about your childhood circumstances on which you had no influence?
How parents treat us as children profoundly influences our thoughts about them when we are adults. It is acceptable not to feel regret – it is acceptable not to feel guilty about circumstances beyond our control as children. If you grew up experiencing emotional...
From Childhood Darkness to Adult Fears: The Impact of Childhood Experiences on Adult Anxiety
From Childhood Darkness to Adult Fears: The impact of childhood experiences on adult anxiety. Which fears in your adult life, if any, do you think relates back to your childhood? Could you still be overcoming fears from childhood trauma? In my case, I...
Remembering a parent you lost when you were a child can be a challenge: was it just a dream, or a real person?
A parent who passed away when you were a child, can be tricky to remember as a real person – you don’t remember the voice. Was it just a dream? The power of old family photos, unlocking memories and connecting with a lost parent can be very transformative. It can...
The Unexpected Classroom: Confronting Childhood Trauma in Everyday Scenarios
There are times when the effects of our childhood circumstances suddenly show up when we least expect it. It is possible to overcome traumatic circumstances in our childhood, especially if we don't "live" in the past. It probably doesn't always feel like that,...
Featured Articles
Articles
- There are times when the effects of our childhood show up when we least expect it.
- A parent who passed away when you were a child, can be tricky to remember as a real person – you don’t remember the voice. Was it just a dream?
- Why can’t I watch films where children are physically or emotionally neglected?
- How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime, Nadine Burke Harris. Ted Talks, YouTube
Mindful Wellness
- Create the habit of having a mindful morning routine
- Praise yourself every day, be kind and patient with yourself
- Cast yourself as the leading character in your life