Heartfelt Reflections

  Speaking My Truth: Understanding & Acknowledging Abuse For a long time, I didn’t realize emotional abuse was real. I thought if there were no bruises, it didn’t count. Some days, I wished there were, just so people would believe me when I asked for help. But abuse isn’t just physical—it can be the slow erosion of self-worth, the constant second-guessing of your own reality, and the fear of speaking up because it might lead to more conflict. I lived in constant fear. I used to think if I tried harder, loved more, or fixed myself, things would change. But no amount of effort on my part could undo a cycle that wasn’t mine to break alone. Emotional abuse can be subtle. It can look like walking on eggshells, feeling small, being dismissed, or being made to feel like everything is your fault. I spent years doubting myself, wondering if I was overreacting, if I was the problem. But I now know that love should never leave you questioning your own reality. A healthy relationship does ...

 In a world that often glorifies hustle and constant productivity, it's easy to forget one essential truth: true strength is built not just in the action, but in the moments of rest. As women, mothers, and nurturers, we often feel the weight of needing to be everything to everyone. The pressure to keep going, to push through exhaustion, and to constantly show up can feel like a badge of honor. But what if strength isn’t just about how much we can carry, but how well we allow ourselves to lay it down? Rest is not weakness—it’s wisdom. Rest is where our minds and bodies heal. It’s where clarity blooms and our spirits reconnect with purpose. Just as muscles need recovery to grow stronger, our hearts and minds need stillness to rejuvenate. When we rest, we are giving ourselves permission to simply be—not to produce, not to serve, not to prove—just to exist in the beauty of our own presence. Strength is found in knowing when to push and when to pause. Imagine a bow and arrow. The arrow’...