What Is Generational Trauma? Some pain doesn’t start with us. Generational trauma refers to emotional wounds and behavioral patterns passed down from parents, grandparents, and even further back. These inherited scars can show up as anxiety, emotional shutdowns, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or chronic guilt. Often, they don’t come with
In a world of constant pings, pop-ups, and pressure, staying present feels like a luxury few can afford. Our phones distract us, our minds race ahead, and we find ourselves disconnected from the moment we’re in. But here’s the paradox: the same technology that often pulls us out
The Power of Tiny Check-Ins Most of us take a few minutes each day to brush our teeth, make coffee, or scroll aimlessly on our phones. But when was the last time you checked in with yourself? Tiny check-ins, just one or two minutes of self-reflection—can make a huge
Starting therapy is one of the most courageous things you can do for your mental health but let’s be honest, it can also feel intimidating. What do you even say in the first session? How do you explain everything going on in your head when it’s all tangled?
We don’t always fall apart in front of others. Sometimes it happens behind closed doors, after a screaming match, a panic spiral, or a silent breakdown when everything just feels like too much. In those moments, reaching out can feel impossible. You might not want to talk to anyone.
For many neurodivergent people, traditional therapy can feel like it wasn’t made for them. Appointments are hard to schedule. Face-to-face sessions can be overstimulating or emotionally draining. And too often, therapists don’t fully understand the unique needs of people with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or sensory processing differences. That’
We’ve all had that moment. You say something awkward, spiral over a text, or overthink a tiny interaction and suddenly the question hits: “Why am I like this?” It’s not just a meme-worthy phrase. It’s a genuine cry for clarity. For many people, it’s the first
The Invisible Weight of Caregiving Maria wakes up every morning at 5am to help her father take his medication. She spends her day juggling work calls, doctor’s appointments, and managing her son’s schoolwork. By the time the house is quiet, it’s nearly midnight and her thoughts finally
Not sold on therapy? You’re not alone. For a lot of people, the idea of talking to a therapist sounds... uncomfortable. Maybe even unnecessary. You’re strong, self-aware, capable, do you really need to sit down and unpack your feelings with a stranger? That hesitation is more common than
Mental Health Needs Daily Reps Too We all know the importance of brushing our teeth, stretching our muscles, or drinking enough water each day but what about taking care of our minds? Mental fitness isn’t something you build once and forget. Just like physical health, it needs consistent effort.
A Quiet Revolution in Mental Health It starts with a late night scroll. You’re alone, overwhelmed, and not in the mood to call anyone. Instead, you open an app, type a few words into a chat box, and within seconds, you’re met with a thoughtful, calming reply. Not
We spend hours a day on our phones scrolling, messaging, checking, comparing. It’s become second nature. But what if the very device we rely on is quietly fueling our anxiety? Research shows that excessive phone use, especially for social media and news, is linked to rising levels of stress,