When was the last time you did absolutely nothing — without guilt? If your answer sounds something like “uh… 2012?” — congratulations, you’re officially part of the overworked human club. In our hustle-driven culture, rest is often seen as laziness. But neuroscience and psychology keep proving the opposite: Doing nothing is one of the most…
A Spark of Courage and a Whole Lot of Spirit
“She inspired me to go after being whole and free.” When you strive for wholeness and freedom, you get to be your true self. And what else could make this life worth it?
Tell us about your first day at something
One Less Prejudice in My Life I’ve always been into dancing, starting to perform when I was about 4 or 5. But when it came to physical activity? Nah, I wasn’t a fan, especially of gyms. In my mind, spending hours doing the same boring stuff on machines felt like torture. I mean, I compared…
6 Foods That Fight Inflammation and Boost Happiness
We often think of happiness as something that happens in our minds — but here’s a delicious truth: Your gut is one of your brain’s best friends. Inflammation doesn’t just make your joints ache; it also throws your mood, focus, and hormones into chaos. Chronic inflammation sends a constant “danger” signal to your brain, keeping…
Why You Still Need Inner Mother & Father Roles —The Two Pillars of Emotional Maturity
🌱 If you struggle to feel safe… or to feel strong… there’s a reason. Your nervous system was built during childhood through two core roles: 💖 The Inner Mother 🛡️ The Inner Father And here’s the truth that changes everything: We don’t outgrow these needs. We internalize them — or we spend adulthood searching for…
How Gut Health Impacts Your Mood
🔗 The Hidden Connection Between Gut Health and Anxiety Ever noticed how your stomach flips before a big presentation… or how you lose your appetite when you’re stressed? That’s not coincidence — that’s your gut-brain connection in action. Your gut and your brain are constantly chatting through a superhighway of nerves called the vagus nerve….
What are your two favorite things to wear?
Cozy Femininity Anything that reflects my femininity without sacrificing comfort. Fitted, long dresses and casual outfits that allure while keeping an air of mystery.
How Repressed Emotions Can Make You Sick
Ever noticed how your neck tightens after an argument you didn’t have? Or how your stomach churns when you bite your tongue instead of speaking your truth? Turns out, your body isn’t just reacting — it’s communicating. Science has been showing what ancient wisdom always knew: Emotions are not abstract feelings floating around. They’re biochemical…
12 Common Obstacles in Emotional Healing
Emotional healing is one of the most powerful journeys a person can take, but it’s also one of the easiest to get lost in. After 10 years in this journey, I’ve experienced the same setbacks over and over — not because I was “doing it wrong,” but because the wounded inner child (our emotional center…
What Makes Us Fall in Love?
Have you ever looked at someone and thought: “Why them? Out of 8 billion people, why does my brain act like this is THE person?” Spoiler: it’s not destiny — it’s chemistry. Literally. 💡 Our brains are wired to fall in love, and neuroscience shows us it’s less about Cupid and more about cocktails of…
Q&A – How to Balance Boundaries and Connection
Hey, beautiful souls! It’s time for another Q&A session! Today, I’m excited to answer the third and final question from our reader, Simon. Let’s dive in! 📓 HOW TO CONNECT WHILE SETTING BOUNDARIES? Everyone wants to love and be loved, but at the same time, we fear losing ourselves in the process. And yes, the…