When Your Body Hurts, So Does Your Heart: How Physical Pain Impacts Mental Health (and Why That Awareness Is a Win)
Physical pain doesn’t just live in the body—it echoes through your thoughts, mood, and self-worth. This post explores the powerful connection between body and mind, and why noticing that link is a major step toward healing with grace, not guilt.
Loving from a Distance: Setting Boundaries with Gaslighting or Controlling Parents
You can love your parents and still set boundaries.
If your parents minimize your feelings, guilt-trip you, or refuse to respect your choices, you are allowed to protect your peace—even from family. Setting boundaries isn’t rebellion; it’s recovery. Here’s how to recognize the signs it’s time, and how to set firm but loving boundaries without guilt.