Why Is It So Hard to Rest? Lately, I’ve been reflecting on how difficult it is to truly rest. Not just to sit still for a few minutes, but to actually let go , to quiet my mind, release the to-do list, and stop trying to earn the pause. Even when my body is still, my mind often keeps moving. Thoughts of what I “should” be doing, what I haven’t done, or what I could be planning next flood my mind and prevent me from relaxing. It’s as if my nervous system forgot what it means to slow down. I’ve...

Self-care is often framed as a solo practice, bubble baths, journaling, therapy, or taking quiet moments for yourself. While those are all important, I’ve learned that some of the most restorative and transformative forms of self-care come from something bigger: connection with community . Over the past few months, I’ve been reflecting on what it means to truly nurture myself. I realized that I feel lighter, stronger, and more grounded not just when I take time alone, but when I actively...

Has the idea of seeking support from a therapist/counselor or other mental health professional crossed your mind? Are you unsure if what you are experiencing warrants a therapy session? Many of us experience challenges in our day-to-lives. Some of these challenges can be managed independently, or with the help of friends or family and are short lasting. Sometimes, the traumas from our past interfere with our current lives. How do you know when these are issues that you can manage alone or if...