How long have you been holding everything together? And lately, are even small things feeling unusually heavy? Do you flinch at the sound of your own name, see the calls coming in but don’t pick them up, or do you perhaps walk into a room..
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Are you terrified of losing someone who’s still right in front of you?
Are you the kind of person who’s constantly terrified of losing people they love? There doesn’t even have to be an imminent threat to your loved one’s life for you to feel this way. They could go out to the store and take a littlee..
What is ketamine therapy? Here’s everything you should know about this treatment
You might’ve heard the buzzwords: “psychedelic-assisted healing,” “treatment-resistant depression,” “neuroplasticity in a vial.” And sure, ketamine therapy has been making its rounds on mental health TikTok and in high-end wellness clinics with massage chairs and waterfall playlists. But behind the hype is something worth understanding,..
Think you need more mental toughness? Here’s what that actually means
If you’re here, you might be wondering whether you’re falling behind in some invisible game where everyone else just knows how to carry hard things with a strong mindset Or maybe you’re a tiny bit bad at handling big emotional situations or everyday crisis. Do..
Think you need more emotional strength? Here’s a place to start
If you’re here, you’ve probably already tried to strong-arm your way through life with a fake-it-til-you-make-it smile and a stomach full of stress knots. And maybe now you’re wondering: why does it still feel like I’m barely holding it together? Here’s the thing: we’ve been..
“I Don’t Know What to Do With My Life” — Read This Before You Take Action
Have you ever had that moment where you stop what you’re doing and take a second to look, really look, at your life and realise you have no idea what to do with it? That moment could be on a random Tuesday while folding that..
9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Book That Women’s Retreat
If you’re considering a women’s retreat, something deep in you is probably tired. Not just “I need a break” tired, but soul-weary, I-can’t-keep-doing-it-like-this tired. Maybe you’ve hit a wall, maybe nothing else is helping, or maybe you’ve got a version of yourself in your head..
How to Have Hope When the World Teaches You Not To
Let’s be honest. The word “hope” kind of feels like a scam sometimes, doesn’t it? You’ve been through it. Disappointment so sharp it makes your chest tighten. Letdowns dressed up as “life lessons.” Maybe you’ve caught yourself thinking, “If I don’t expect anything good, I..
Is Therapy Worth It? 10 Questions to Ask Before Giving It a Shot
Let’s be honest: therapy has been trending for a while now, but that doesn’t mean it’s the right move for you. Maybe you’re tired of advice that feels like a catchy slogan, or maybe you’ve tried therapy before and felt like it missed the mark…
9 Gentle Ways to Remember Someone on Their Death Anniversary
There are dates that live in your bones. You don’t need a calendar reminder… you feel them coming. Maybe it starts as a dull ache in the days leading up, maybe it’s a sudden punch of grief when you least expect it, or maybe it’s..
31 Daily Affirmations for Women Who Are Over the BS
Let’s first skip the toxic positivity, how’s that? There’s something deeply patronizing about most affirmation lists. Like, “I am a radiant goddess of light”? Okay, cool. But what about when I haven’t washed my hair in four days and I’m rage-texting my group chat because..
What to Say When Someone Dies Unexpectedly
There’s no roadmap for this. When someone you care about is wrecked by grief, especially the kind that came out of nowhere, that knocked the air out of their lungs and left them reeling, you’re going to want to say something that helps. And chances..
Primary and Secondary Emotions: What the Hell Are They?
Okay, so you’re feeling a lot. Like, a lot. Maybe you snapped at someone over something tiny. Maybe you’re crying in your car after a completely normal Tuesday. Maybe you’re just kind of numb, which (ironically) still counts as a feeling. You’re not going crazy..
What is tough love, really? (and when it does more harm than good)
Ah, “tough love.” That phrase we throw around when we’re trying to justify saying something hard, setting a firm boundary, or walking away from someone we care about. And sure, it can have a place in healthy relationships… but let’s be honest: sometimes “tough love”..
How to Let Go of Resentment (Even When You’re Still Really Mad)
You ever get into a spat with someone (maybe a friend, a partner, a family member) talk it out, tell yourself you’ve moved past it… but somehow, the sting sticks around? Every time you see them, something sinks inside you. Every time they say something..