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The Top 3 Identities We Create From Our Trauma and How They Keep Us Trapped in the Past

Jan 28, 2020
6 min

The Top 3 Identities We Create From Our Trauma and How They Keep Us Trapped in the Past

Without realizing it, we often attach ourselves to our negative experiences. We become so attached to them that we shape our identity from those experiences. In doing so, it becomes impossible for us to move on from the past because we have chosen to interweave our experiences so tightly into our identities. Now, I am sure you’re thinking the same thing I said when I first heard this concept, “Excuse me, but I definitely don’t do that.” But you do. I did too. That’s why the s

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The #1 Thing You’re Forgetting When Setting Boundaries...

Aug 26, 2019
4 min

The #1 Thing You’re Forgetting When Setting Boundaries...

Boundaries are great. A quick Google search will result in dozens of inspirational quotes and memes about the importance of setting boundaries- and for good reason. Boundaries serve as basic guidelines that establish how you want to be treated by others. But you can set boundaries all day and still feel like shit at work or in your relationship or with family members. Why? Because you’re forgetting the most important part of boundary setting: yourself. You are setting boundar

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5 Ways to Release Control and Get Out of Your Own Way

Aug 21, 2019
4 min

5 Ways to Release Control and Get Out of Your Own Way

I am a control freak. Not in the way we usually think about “control freaks.” I don’t care whether you roll up the tube of toothpaste or squeeze it, my silverware has never gone back in the same area of the drawer twice, and although I definitely prefer that you take your shoes off when entering my apartment, it doesn’t really bother me if you choose to keep them on. But when it comes to trying to control every part of my life so that nothing falls apart, I am a full-blown co

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5 Ways To Express Unfiltered Rage Like A Freaking Goddess

Jul 31, 2019
5 min

5 Ways To Express Unfiltered Rage Like A Freaking Goddess

“I have no energy to give right now,” I snap as my phone rings. A few minutes later my phone dings, notifying me that I have another email. “Can everyone just give me a freaking break! I just need some alone time,” I continue. I quickly stop myself. “I am so grateful for all the people in my life who love me and who I love back,” I say. But the anger continues to sizzle. “Yeah sure, I’m grateful but…” I attempt to finish my thought but I interrupt myself again before I can co

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