Tag: mental-health

  • We Rise by Lifting Others

    This week, I was reminded of the powerful quote: “We rise by lifting others.” — Robert Ingersoll I wholeheartedly believe in the essence of this statement. It serves as a reminder of the importance of community and the profound impact we can have when we uplift and support one another. Through kindness and generosity, mentorship…

  • It’s Not My Job

    A recent journaling prompt asked me to reflect on what defines me. My first thought was my core values—the principles that guide my life. From there, I considered how I strive to live by the Four Agreements, a set of powerful practices for personal freedom. Then my mind settled on a quote by Ralph Waldo…

  • Take Up Space!

    How often have you felt the need to shrink yourself—to quiet your voice, dull your dreams, or take a back seat in your own life? Maybe it was in a crowded meeting, a close relationship, or even in the pursuit of a personal goal. I spent many years shrinking. The belief that we should minimize…

  • Don’t Make Assumptions: Embracing Intentionality

    The third principle of The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz—Don’t Make Assumptions—aligns powerfully with my core value of intentionality. Assumptions, while seemingly harmless, often pave the way for misunderstandings, unnecessary stress, and fractured relationships. Living intentionally means fostering clarity, curiosity, and thoughtful communication instead of operating on unspoken or inaccurate beliefs. The Cost of…

  • Don’t Take Anything Personally – Embracing Authenticity

    The second principle from The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz—Don’t Take Anything Personally—deeply aligns with my value of authenticity. This agreement reminds us that others’ actions are a reflection of their own experiences, not a measure of our worth. My Personal Journey with This Agreement Learning to embrace this principle was one of the…

  • “Dwell in possibility”

    Emily Dickinson’s words, “Dwell in possibility,” speak to the heart of what it means to live intentionally and with purpose. To “dwell” means to reside, to linger, to make something our home. And possibility? That’s the openness to new ideas, opportunities, and ways of being. When we dwell in possibility, we choose to live with…

  • Just Breathe

    Are we born knowing how to breathe? I assumed so, until one Friday in 2019, during what I thought was a wonderfully relaxing massage. My massage therapist suddenly slapped his hand on my chest, jolting me out of my “relaxation.” He was concerned that I had stopped breathing. He had often suggested that I try…