Explore the roots, symptoms, and patterns of anxiety through a holistic lens. These posts offer insight, tools, and therapeutic approaches for managing overwhelm, worry, and the nervous system’s response to stress.
Being a beginner teaches us to be patient with ourselves. To stay curious when we’re uncomfortable. To stay present when outcomes are unclear.
A few weeks ago, I was having dinner with friends when one of them shared her personal challenge: to try something new each month. As she recounted the experiences she had pursued so far this year, I felt admiration rise—and then something else.
What Do I Deserve? Deservedness is a powerful theme that often arises in holistic counseling and life coaching. Many people carry unspoken beliefs about what they deserve — and these beliefs can quietly shape self-worth, relationships, and emotional well-being. Understanding your self-worth is crucial for personal growth. For example, someone might think: Deservedness in Trauma-Informed
