Tag: mom
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Moments of You: Reclaiming Your Space in the Day
There is a version of you underneath the to-do lists. The one who remembers what it feels like to pause.To breathe.To just be. We created Moments of You as a space to honor her. Because too often, women are asked to be everything for everyone – leaving nothing for themselves. But what if healing wasn’t…
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Emotional Overload: 6 Simple Practices to Ground Yourself
There are days when everything feels like too much. The noise, the needs, the nonstop thoughts – it can build quietly, until suddenly, you’re flooded. Emotional overload isn’t a weakness. It’s your body’s way of asking for safety, calm, and space. Grounding practices are gentle tools that bring you back to the present – back…
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Mind, Body, and Trauma: Lessons from Dr. Bessel van der Kolk’s Seminal Work
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, MD is a seminal work the delves into the profound impact of trauma on the human body and mind. Drawing from decades of research and clinical experience, van der Kolk explores how traumatic experiences can reshape brain functions; alter perceptions, and manifest physically, often leading…
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When You Feel Disconnected: 7 Ways to Reground and Come Back to Yourself
There are days when you feel like you’re floating – untethered, foggy, not quite you. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, emotionally numb, or simply going through the motions. This sense of disconnection is more common than you might think. In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves. The good news? You can always come…
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The Emotional Weight We Carry: Naming What You Feel to Set It Down
We all carry emotional weight – grief, anger, shame, joy, fear, longing. Sometimes, we carry it so long it becomes invisible, woven into our daily lives. But just because we don’t see it doesn’t mean it’s not heavy. One of the most powerful ways to lighten that load? Naming it. Why Naming Emotions MattersWhen we…
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Finding Stillness: 5 Meditation Books That Invite You to Breathe Again
In a fast-moving world, stillness can feel like a luxury.But you deserve space to pause.To come home to your breath.To soften your thoughts.To just be. Meditation doesn’t have to be perfect, complicated, or spiritual – it’s simply the practice of returning to yourself. And these beautiful books offer gentle, accessible ways to begin (or deepen)…
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Learning to Listen to Yourself Again
You spend so much time caring for others – showing up, staying strong, keeping things together. But somewhere in the middle of that noise, your own voice can get quiet. Or lost. What would happen if, just for a few moments, you listened to you? The Voice Beneath the NoiseYour inner voice isn’t loud.It doesn’t…
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When Life Feels Like Too Much: Return to the Simple Things
There are days when everything feels loud – your thoughts, your to-do list, the world outside your door. When that happens, the kindest thing you can do is come back to something simple. You don’t need a big plan or a bold move. You just need one small pause – a breath, a thought, a…
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Tiny Rituals That Make a Big Difference
You don’t need a whole new routine to feel more grounded.Sometimes, all it takes is one small, consistent act to shift your entire day. Tiny rituals – simple things you return to again and again – can become anchors of peace in a busy life. They don’t have to be fancy or time-consuming. They just…
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Press Play on Peace: 5 Podcasts to Support Your Mental Wellness
In a world that often feels loud and rushed, finding peace can sometimes feel like a full-time job. But sometimes, the calm you’re craving is just a press of a button away. Whether you’re sipping tea in the morning, taking a slow walk, or winding down at night, these podcasts offer gentle reminders, thoughtful insights,…
