If you’ve ever felt guilty for putting yourself first, for resting, for saying no, or for prioritising your healing, please know this: Your healing is not selfish. It’s necessary.And more than that, your healing is a gift to the world. The Silent Weight of Guilt Many of us, especially adoptees and foster care survivors, […]
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Adoption is often seen as a beautiful, life-changing experience. And while it can bring love, opportunity, and stability, it also comes with deep, lasting trauma—trauma that many adoptees struggle to put into words. I know this because I’ve lived it. From the moment I was separated from my biological family, my life changed forever. I
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Vulnerability often feels like weakness. It’s uncomfortable, exposing, and leaves us feeling raw. But here’s the truth: vulnerability is one of the greatest strengths we have. For me, learning to embrace vulnerability was life-changing. It wasn’t always easy, but it helped me heal in ways I never thought possible. If you’re struggling to open up
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Feeling like you don’t belong is one of the hardest struggles adoptees and foster care survivors face. I know this because I’ve lived it. Growing up, I often felt out of place, like I didn’t truly fit anywhere. Being taken from my biological family and raised in a different culture left me feeling disconnected from
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Forgiveness is a word that often feels heavy, especially when we’ve been deeply hurt. Yet, it holds immense power to transform our lives, freeing us from the burden of anger, resentment, and pain. Contrary to popular belief, forgiveness is not about excusing the behaviour of others or forgetting what happened; it’s about releasing the emotional
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Lately, it seems like everyone is talking about grounding. Whether it’s in conversations about mental health, mindfulness, or holistic well-being, grounding has become a buzzword. But what exactly does it mean to “ground” yourself, and why is it so essential? What Is Grounding? At its core, grounding refers to the practice of connecting with the
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The vagus nerve is one of the most vital yet often overlooked parts of the body. It acts as a communication pathway between your brain, heart, lungs, and digestive system. When stimulated, it helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system, bringing about relaxation, reducing stress, and promoting healing. Learning to stimulate my vagus nerve has been
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In the darkness of my early days, Lost in trauma, trapped in a maze, Depression, anxiety, a constant fight, Loneliness my companion every night. Life was heavy, filled with pain, A struggle to survive, all in vain. Then you appeared, my guiding light, Turning my darkness into bright. You gave me a reason to try
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Childhood should be a time of innocence and safety, but for many of us, it’s a period marked by pain and betrayal. I was adopted at eight, hoping for a loving home. Instead, I faced years of abuse from someone I trusted, someone I thought was offering me the love and care I was missing
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Anxiety can often be masked by behaviours and symptoms that are not immediately recognizable. Understanding these hidden signs can help you identify anxiety in yourself or others. Chronic Indecisiveness Do you find it hard to make decisions? This can be a hidden sign of anxiety. Anxiety often leads to overthinking every choice, making it
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