I recall countless nights pushing myself beyond exhaustion, believing that I had to meet everyone’s expectations. It wasn’t until I stumbled upon the concept of self-compassion that I realized the damage I was inflicting upon myself. Learning to offer kindness and understanding to my own struggles opened doors to a profound sense of healing and ... Read more
Have you ever been called a narcissist for prioritizing yourself? If so, you know the painful reality of struggling to manage your needs and boundaries in a way that’s considerate of others. It’s been challenging for me to know where to draw the line between self-love and narcissism. But by taking the time to understand ... Read more
Ever since I hit my 40s, my social media feeds seem to be filled with mantras about self-love. While all of the positivity is great, I couldn’t help but find myself questioning whether it’s true enough. Through all my years of trying to juggle work, relationships, and parenting, I finally realized the true importance of ... Read more
Self-love is a topic that more men are becoming aware of, especially as they begin to realize that some of the lessons they’ve learned thus far are no longer serving them. However, those interested in cultivating greater self-love may not know the true impact of this simple change in self-image, self-care, and self-acceptance. What is ... Read more
Have you ever struggled to embrace who you are? Have you ever felt unsatisfied with what you see in the mirror? We live in a world that teaches us to be highly critical of ourselves in every regard. Oftentimes, much of what we see in us or around us simply is not good enough and ... Read more
Are you trying to learn how to love yourself and be confident with who you are? Well, from personal experience, I can say that this is easier said than done. When you’re caught in a low self-esteem spiral, it can be hard to just “flip a switch” and suddenly become a person brimming with self-esteem ... Read more
Do you ever feel like you’re constantly trying to meet society’s expectations of what a woman should look like, act like, or be like? I know I have. As a woman, I’ve often felt the pressure to conform to specific beauty standards, prioritize others’ needs over my own, and be everything to everyone. But here’s ... Read more
Do you know that feeling of being completely drained, trying everything you can to accommodate a relationship, only to feel like you don’t have a solution? You’re not the only one, and I’ve been there too. It’s impossible to pour love and support into other people’s cups when yours is empty. Through trial and error, ... Read more
If you feel incomplete without a significant other in your life or feel immense pressure when it comes to being single, it’s time to get something straight – you don’t need a man to love yourself. Men are wonderful creatures and companions that can bring plenty of joy into our lives, but no woman’s happiness ... Read more
I remember my first big breakup. It was one of the most painful experiences of my early adult life. It was as if the wind had been taken out of my sails. I felt like a small part of myself had been lost. To be perfectly honest, I didn’t really know who I was afterward. ... Read more
