Self-Help

Finding Peace When You Feel Like You Don’t Belong

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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The Power of Forgiveness: A Path to Inner Peace

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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Understanding Grounding: What It Means and Why It’s Important

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

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Five Vagus Nerve Stimulation Practices That Changed My Life

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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Breaking the Silence: Healing from Childhood Sexual Abuse

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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The Journey of Healing: Beyond Physical Recovery

Healing is often perceived as a journey focused on physical recovery. However, true healing delves much deeper, involving the shedding of the protective layers we’ve accumulated over time. These layers, or masks, are the personas we adopt to survive and navigate through life’s myriad challenges. While these masks might have provided necessary protection during tough

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Embracing the Journey: My Abundance Rebirth Retreat Experience

Last weekend, amidst the tranquil beauty of St Nectan’s Glen in Cornwall, I embarked on a soul-stirring odyssey at the Abundance Rebirth Retreat, curated by the remarkable Melanie Moore, EFT Practitioner and Big Vision Coach and Jacqui Crooks EFT Founding Master, inspirational speaker, author of Tap into Ancestral Healing. This retreat, a sanctuary of healing

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Healing Adoption Trauma: My Journey from Depression to Purpose

Embarking on a journey of self-discovery, I am compelled to share the profound experiences that have shaped my path. Join me as I unveil the transformative tale of healing from adoption trauma, navigating through the depths of depression, and ultimately finding my purpose amidst the shadows.  Healing Adoption Trauma: My Journey from Depression to Purpose:

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Embracing Connection: The Joys of Sharing Reiki Healing Online

In a world where physical distance often separates us, the ability to connect and heal remotely has become a profound gift. As a Reiki Master, I have discovered immense joy in facilitating online Reiki Healing Circles, where individuals from different corners of the globe come together to experience the transformative power of energy healing. Traditionally,

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Overcoming Depression and Anxiety through Self-Development

Just over three years ago, the shadows of depression and the weight of anxiety consumed my world. Each day became a daunting journey through an emotional sea, where even the simplest tasks seemed like insurmountable challenges. It was during these dark times that I found solace in the beacon of self-development – a commitment that

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