Insecurity Ebs and Flows, Just like Confidence Sometimes it seems that we diagnose someone else as being insecure, as if it’s a jab. Under the right circumstances our ego might take the wheel and call that other person insecure – as if by comparison, insecurity doesn’t apply to everyone. However, when we are experiencing the
Falling in Love With Yourself Isn’t a One-Time Thing Falling in love with yourself is not a one-time event. It’s not a grand, cinematic moment where you look in the mirror and suddenly feel enough. Real self-love is based on the ongoing relationship you have with yourself. Like any relationship, the one you have with
The Purpose of Anger I never allowed myself to feel anger until I was about twenty-five. Of course, I got angry, I felt full of rage at more than one time in my life up until that point – but I never allowed myself to be consciously aware of my anger. If I happened to
Create the Life You Want From the Inside Out If you want something in your life, you have to become it first. If you crave love, you must become love. What does that love look like? How does it act? How does it feel to have that love you’re currently craving? If you need guidance,
There are a lot of efforts being made in the beauty industry to be more inclusive and accepting of everyone’s differences. The problem is that even still, you may be bombarded with varying messages that make it hard to love and accept your body. Those messages tell you your body must to look a certain
Ever notice how easy it is to show respect to others, yet when it comes to ourselves, we’re often the first to dismiss, criticize, or downright betray our own needs? I’ve certainly been there. The thing is, self-respect is the foundation of everything—confidence, strong relationships, peace of mind. When you respect yourself, you stop settling,
Why Remaining Calm in Stressful Situations Changes EverythingRemaining calm is going to be the first step you take in assessing a situation. There are so many different day-to-day events that can trigger us—how do you know when and how to be less reactive when you’re emotionally triggered? Take a breath. We aren’t talking about extenuating
Embracing Authenticity: Why Being True to Yourself Matters Attention is often regarded as our most precious resource, but what if I told you that authenticity is a close second? The more I embrace my authentic self, the more I notice how others respond—whether it’s through longer eye contact, deeper connections, or increased curiosity in what
What happens when you attach yourself to your thoughts? They run wild and drag you behind them. Without a strong grip on your thoughts, you’re more reactive, leaving you vulnerable to emotional turbulence. Understanding emotions leads to mental and emotional clarity, it can help avoid pain—either by getting hurt or hurting others. Emotions left unchecked
Runaway thoughts often lead to overwhelming emotions. For many of us, managing and understanding your emotions can feel like an uphill battle—especially when some emotions seem to linger longer than welcome. But here’s the truth: your emotions are not your enemy. They’re messengers. In this post, we’ll walk through the first step to understanding your
