Welcome to part two of our series on living a values-based life, even when the world around you feels exhausting. If you missed part one, we talked about: Values-based actions, and what we mean when we reference them. Why it matters, especially in this day and age, to recognize our values and to follow them. How to identify the values that can become a guidepost for you even in times of strife. Many people are emotionally exhausted right now. The current political climate has

It can feel incredibly difficult to know how to move through the world right now. Many people are exhausted, overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply trying to survive day-to-day life while navigating stress, burnout, political uncertainty, financial pressure, and emotional fatigue. In the middle of all of this, it is common to feel untethered from yourself and unsure of what actually matters anymore. When life feels chaotic or emotionally heavy, many people either slip into surv

Family relationships can be some of the most meaningful connections in our lives - and also some of the most complicated. When it comes to setting boundaries with extended family, many people find themselves feeling stuck between honoring their own needs and maintaining connection with the people they care about. You might notice yourself second-guessing your decisions, feeling guilty for wanting space, or worrying about how others will respond. Even when boundaries feel nece

Welcome to part three of our parenting and emotional regulation series! If you missed our last part , you should know that: Emotional regulation skills are best taught in everyday, low-stress moments, where children can practice coping strategies before they actually need them. Parents play a key role by modeling, teaching emotional language, and guiding coping skills like breathing, grounding, and understanding consequences. The goal isn’t to eliminate big emotions, but to

Welcome to part two of our series on parenting and emotional regulation for kids! If you missed part one , you’re missing some essential information on the science of emotional regulation for kids. For example : Children’s brains are still developing, which means emotional regulation is a skill that takes time, guidance, and practice to build. Kids learn how to manage emotions through co-regulation with supportive adults, not through punishment or immediate independence. Big

Parenting often means witnessing some very big emotions. Tantrums , tears, frustration, and overwhelm are common parts of childhood, yet many parents feel pressure to respond perfectly in those moments. When emotions run high, it can be easy to wonder whether something is “wrong” or whether a child simply needs to behave better. In reality, emotional regulation is not something children are born knowing how to do. It is a skill that develops gradually over time through brain

Welcome to part two of our series on body image and self-confidence! If you missed part one , you’re missing some essential information on the background of body image and self-esteem. For example : Body image and self-confidence are shaped by cultural norms, societal expectations, and oppressive systems that assign value, morality, and worth to certain bodies over others. Mental health conditions, trauma, and lived experiences often intensify body image distress, making it

If you’ve ever wondered why body image feels so heavy, persistent, or resistant to “just thinking differently,” you’re not imagining it. Body image struggles don’t develop in isolation or because someone didn’t try hard enough to be confident. They are shaped over time, reinforced daily, and influenced by countless messages about what bodies should look like, do, or represent. These messages come from everywhere: culture, family systems, healthcare, media, and social institu

Welcome to part two of our trauma-informed New Year series! In Part 1 of this series, we explored why January can feel especially activating after trauma and why those reactions are not personal failures, but nervous system responses. Rather than pushing for clarity or motivation, trauma-informed care invites us to begin the year by restoring a sense of safety in the body. Part 2 focuses on what that support can look like in practice. These gentle, physical approaches are n

January arrives loudly. New calendars, new expectations, new pressure to feel hopeful, motivated, and ready to “start fresh.” For many people, this season doesn’t feel energizing; instead, it feels heavy, dysregulating, or overwhelming. And if you’ve experienced trauma, that reaction makes sense. Rather than treating January as a productivity reset, trauma-informed care invites us to see it as a nervous system reset . A slower, more compassionate entry into the year; one tha