Prompt:

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What do you enjoy most about writing?

I enjoy the fact that it always starts as a blank page. We literally just pour out our thought and feelings in whatever language we feel most comfortable writing in and create something out of nothing.

I enjoy that it helps to slow down and gather thoughts. Sometimes it can feel like my mind is racing at a thousand miles a minute, but actually pausing to write/type out the thoughts helps to calm the mind and body.

I enjoy that it allows for creation. Whether it’s just letting the thoughts flow freely after a moment of silence or you’re responding to a prompt from WordPress, you have the ability to tap into creativity and truly be free with your writing.

I have always enjoyed writing. As a child it was an outlet for anger and other large emotions. As an adult it’s a way to check in with myself and celebrate my progresses, rather than focus on negativity and shame. When I am feeling creative, I enjoy writing poetry. Writing has been such a huge part of my life for decades, and I am so grateful for the endless opportunities that writing brings.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. 🫶🏼🤍✨

Sunday 8/18

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I feel like I haven’t really sat down to write an actual long blog post in a while. I guess I could go back and look, and maybe this just feels different because I am writing this on my laptop, rather than my phone. Regardless, I am just happy to write and happy with this season of my life. I feel so supported by loved ones around me, and it has been such a beautiful year. It is crazy to think that in just 6 weeks, I will be marrying the love of my life!

Whenever I visualize seeing him at the end of the aisle and up at the alter, I cannot help but feel so warm and full of pure joy. We have been building this foundation for many years- I mean, we’re getting married on our 13th anniversary! I feel so grateful to have such a loving, respectful man as my life partner. I have been seeing so many signs that feel like direct support from the divine, and I am so thankful for all of the love we have received from friends and family.

This year also has felt very transformative for me and for my relationships. I have been able to overcome fears and have difficult conversations that have only strengthened the connections. Me hiding my true feelings or staying quiet when I feel uncomfortable was not good for anyone. I always thought it was better to keep the peace and not try to question anyone’s opinions or actions when I was confused or felt differently, but that was creating inauthenticity within the friendship.

I feel that if you truly want a healthy relationship with another person, whether platonic or romantic, you have to be honest with yourself and each other. For me, leaning into authenticity is one of the best ways to do this. Saying what you need to say with love and good intentions, even if it means feelings could come up, is better than holding in all of your true thoughts and basically pretending to be okay with everything. Any relationship you lose from being authentic isn’t a loss; we deserve to be surrounded with people who love us for who we are.

For years I made sure everyone around me always felt at ease or as comfortable as possible, putting their own needs before my own, and now I vow to live a life where I take into account my own comfort level. I am allowed to speak up when uncomfortable. I am allowed to say “no” when my normal reaction would be to say “yes” out of obligation. I owe it to myself and to my inner child to trust my own instincts and to set boundaries where needed. I am an empathetic person, but I recently read a quote that said: “empathy without boundaries is self-sabotage.”

Honestly, I am feeling quite excited for what the future holds, and I am eager to continue leaning into authenticity and be proud of who I am, as I am. The more I pay attention to my emotions and my triggers, the more I learn about myself and what I need and what aids in my inner peace. Knowing what I need allows me to do those things for myself, but also communicate with loved ones when I need to set certain boundaries. I am the one who is guaranteed to be with me until my soul leaves this Earth, and I deserve to give myself peace and love during this lifetime.

Emergency Preparedness Plan

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Create an emergency preparedness plan.

Honestly this prompt and idea gives me anxiety. I’m like I could plan to have foods stocked up and water and emergency bags of supplies like lights, bandages, batteries, a radio, etc. but in reality there is so much beyond human control. In true emergencies we all end up doing the same thing: praying. Even those who don’t pray will have that thought of “please get me out of this” or “please send a miracle,” and it is in those moments that we surrender to the higher power.

1:11

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I’ve been seeing 111 a lot over the last couple weeks. In angel numbers this can symbolize both new beginnings and also trusting one’s intuition. I’m leaning into this energy and trusting that all is well and good things are happening for me. I’m so grateful for these signs and for the support I have from my loved ones on the other side. 🤍✨

old drunk draft: 1am thoughts

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it’s wild how people who don’t even know you have so many strong opinions about your relationship and future marriage. people get bothered when people wait so long to get married. but people also get bothered when people get married very fast. so in general people are just bothered.

todays thoughts about that draft:

true, people are always bothered. hell, I was bothered when I was writing that obviously LOL. in general, it always comes down to what you believe and what you know to be true for your life. there’s a reason things bother us, and usually it’s to show us what is truly important to us.

Prompt:

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What profession do you admire most and why?

I’d have to say I greatly admire psychologists/therapists who genuinely care about their patients.

I admire the ones who will fight back against the system that is constantly pushing to medicate every single person immediately, and focuses on alternative options first when it is appropriate.

I admire the ones who will refer patients to other therapists if they notice that the patient is not seeming to be fully open or comfortable and could benefit from seeing a colleague of theirs.

I admire the ones who entered this profession with the goal of helping others reach their full potential, while also having the desire to improve society as a whole when it comes to mental health and wellbeing.

I admire the ones who are compassionate and and empathetic-the ones who truly care for others, rather than someone who just shows up for a paycheck.

A huge thank you to all the mental health professionals who are helping their patients have a stronger sense of compassion towards themselves, as well as helping them create a happy and healthy future.