Supporting a Loved One Through Suicidal Thoughts: What You Can Do

Experiencing suicidal thoughts can feel like you’re in a pit of despair, hopelessly trying to escape, but unable to find your way out. According to the CDC, suicide is a leading cause of death for youth and adults living in the U.S. The first time I remember dealing with suicidal ideation was in middle school. […]

2024 Reflections

As the year comes to an end, I’ve been in a space of deep reflection. 2024 was nothing I expected it to be. What started as a promising year quickly became filled with loss and heartache. Like many, I felt optimistic about this year and knew it would be “my year”. At the beginning of […]

During This Season, Nature Reminds Us of the Importance of Letting Go

Letting go is something I have struggled with for as long as I can remember. I often find myself holding onto things that no longer serve me, even though I know holding on sometimes does more damage than letting go. This past year has shown me the power of shedding the old to make way […]

The Art of Healing

For years, I thought that someday I’d eventually reach the point where I’m completely healed from everything I’ve ever experienced. Every heartbreak, loss, traumatic event, etc, would no longer hurt or bother me. I’d wake up each morning filled with joy and nothing that occurred in my past would ever trigger me again. Then, I […]

Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Chaos

I’ve been practicing gratitude regularly since I was in my late teens. I have a gratitude journal that I write in weekly, and this practice has aided me in finding peace of mind. Practicing gratitude can shift your mindset when you’re in a dark place. Even with the storm I’m currently enduring, I’m reminded that […]