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Estrangement is never an easy choice. It’s a deeply personal decision often made out of necessity rather than desire. For survivors of trauma, choosing to step away from family relationships can feel like both a loss and an act of self-preservation. Estrangement doesn’t mean you didn’t try, and it doesn’t mean you don’t love. It means you’ve recognized that your well-being requires boundaries—sometimes even distance. This decision can be painful, layered with grief, guilt, and even longing for what could have been. But I want you to know this: your choice to prioritize your healing is valid. Protecting your peace is not selfish; it’s essential. Healing through estrangement means holding space for both grief and growth. It means creating a chosen family—whether through friends, mentors, or community—that aligns with your values and supports your healing. And most importantly, it means offering yourself the compassion and care you may not have received. Estrangement isn’t about giving up; it’s about choosing to grow in the ways you deserve.
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Dec 12, 2024
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Acknowledging that you owe yourself an apology is a powerful step toward self-compassion and healing. It’s a way of recognizing that you’ve been too hard on yourself, ignored your needs, or held onto guilt for too long. Take this as an opportunity to forgive yourself and start fresh—you’re worthy of your own kindness and understanding. Here’s how to apologize to yourself and move forward: 1. Acknowledge Your Feelings Reflect on what you’ve done or not done that caused you to feel this way. Be honest and specific about why you feel you owe yourself an apology. 2. Write It Out Write yourself a letter or journal entry. Express your regret for not treating yourself kindly, neglecting your needs, or any other action that hurt you. 3. Speak It Out Loud Stand in front of a mirror and say, “I’m sorry for…” Hearing your own words can be powerful and affirming. 4. Forgive Yourself Remind yourself that everyone makes mistakes. Let go of guilt and commit to learning and growing from this experience. 5. Make Amends Decide on one thing you can do to take better care of yourself going forward, whether it’s setting boundaries, practicing self-care, or prioritizing your happiness. 6. Celebrate Growth Recognize this as a step toward self-love and growth. Celebrate the effort you’re making to nurture yourself. You deserve forgiveness and kindness—from yourself most of all.
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Dec 10, 2024
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Breaking the Cycle of Familiar Chaos Your nervous system is wired to choose what feels familiar—even if that familiarity brings stress, overwhelm, or chaos. This is especially true during menopause, when hormonal shifts can heighten our response to stress and make peace feel elusive. But here’s the empowering truth: you can rewire your nervous system to choose peace, even if it feels unfamiliar at first. Healing and change start when you decide to step out of autopilot and create new patterns that serve your well-being. 💡 Practical Tips to Rewire Your Nervous System: • Start Small with Deep Breathing: Just 3–5 deep, slow breaths can calm your nervous system, shifting it from a state of stress to relaxation. • Practice Gratitude Daily: Reflect on three things you’re grateful for. Gratitude can create new neural pathways that focus on positivity rather than stress. • Use Gentle Movement: Activities like yoga, stretching, or walking can regulate your nervous system and release stored tension. 💡 Action Step: Take a moment today to pause and reflect: • What familiar patterns of stress or overwhelm do I notice in my life? • What is one small step I can take toward choosing peace instead? Maybe it’s trying one of these tips or simply saying “no” to something that doesn’t serve you. You don’t have to do it perfectly—you just have to begin. Over time, small choices add up to big changes, and your nervous system will begin to see peace as the new normal. I believe in you and I’m here for you!
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Nov 29, 2024
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Finding joy in the everyday is about appreciating life’s simple, often overlooked moments. Here’s how you can cultivate this mindset: 1. Practice Mindfulness • Pay attention to the present moment: the warmth of sunlight, the taste of your coffee, or the sound of laughter. • Be fully engaged in what you’re doing, even if it’s a routine task like washing dishes or walking. 2. Celebrate Small Wins • Acknowledge your accomplishments, no matter how small—finishing a task, preparing a good meal, or taking time to rest. 3. Create Rituals of Joy • Start your day with something you love, like a favorite song, a gratitude journal, or a calming stretch. • End your day with a comforting routine, such as reading or reflecting on the positive moments. 4. Embrace Nature • Notice the beauty around you: flowers blooming, clouds drifting, or the rhythm of rain. • Take moments to breathe deeply and connect with the natural world. 5. Find Beauty in Imperfection • Cherish the quirks and imperfections in life. A mismatched mug for your tea or a crooked smile can carry charm and warmth. 6. Be Curious • Approach the day with childlike wonder. Ask questions, explore new paths, and find joy in learning something new. 7. Connect with Others • Share a kind word, a laugh, or a story. Human connections, however small, bring warmth and meaning. 8. Pause for Gratitude • Regularly remind yourself of the blessings in your life: clean water, fresh air, a cozy home, or supportive people. 9. Look for Magic in the Mundane • Notice the little things: the patterns of light and shadow, the rhythm of your breathing, or the comfort of a familiar scent. By slowing down and paying attention, you’ll uncover the quiet joys hidden in everyday life. These small treasures make each day meaningful.
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Nov 22, 2024
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Ernest Hemingway once said: In our darkest moments, we don’t need solutions or advice. What we yearn for is simply human connection—a quiet presence, a gentle touch. These small gestures are the anchors that hold us steady when life feels like too much. Please don’t try to fix me. Don’t take on my pain or push away my shadows. Just sit beside me as I work through my own inner storms. Be the steady hand I can reach for as I find my way. My pain is mine to carry, my battles mine to face. But your presence reminds me I’m not alone in this vast, sometimes frightening world. It’s a quiet reminder that I am worthy of love, even when I feel broken. So, in those dark hours when I lose my way, will you just be here? Not as a rescuer, but as a companion. Hold my hand until the dawn arrives, helping me remember my strength. Your silent support is the most precious gift you can give. It’s a love that helps me remember who I am, even when I forget.
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Nov 17, 2024
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True success isn’t measured by how far you climb alone… but by how many others you uplift through clear and empowering communication. 🌱 When we connect and support each other, growth becomes a shared journey. Let’s build a legacy of leaders who inspire others to rise.
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Nov 10, 2024
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Inner power is the quiet strength within us that guides, motivates, and grounds us through life’s challenges and triumphs. It’s a combination of resilience, self-belief, and a deep connection to our values and purpose. Unlike external power, which often relies on influence or control, inner power is self-contained and rooted in who we truly are. Drawing on your values, inner power could come from kindness, gratitude, and making a difference—recognizing that true strength often lies in gentleness, compassion, and a sense of purpose beyond oneself. It’s the light that guides you from within and the resilience that keeps you steady, even when life feels dark.
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Nov 02, 2024
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Regret can be a powerful force. It’s a reminder of what might have been, a reflection on choices that we wish we could change. Regret can feel like a heavy weight, lingering in our minds, sometimes pushing us into cycles of self-blame or remorse. Yet, while it’s easy to see regret as something purely negative, it also holds a transformative power. When approached with self-compassion, regret can become a teacher. It offers insight into our values, showing us what truly matters and guiding us toward choices more aligned with our best selves. Instead of an anchor that holds us back, regret can be a stepping stone—motivating us to make amends where we can, grow from the past, and create a future shaped by our hard-earned wisdom. In this way, regret isn’t just a reminder of what was lost but a catalyst for becoming who we hope to be.
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Oct 30, 2024
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Oct 27, 2024
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I love the light for it shows me the way yet I will endure the darkness because it shows me the stars. This is a beautiful perspective! Embracing both light and darkness reflects a deep understanding of life’s duality—the light provides clarity and direction, while the darkness offers quiet, introspection, and hidden wonders. This balance brings both resilience and appreciation for the journey. Embracing both light and darkness is about finding balance and recognizing the value each brings to your life. Here are a few steps that can help you in this journey: 1. Reflect on What Each Represents to You Light often symbolizes clarity, joy, and guidance, while darkness can represent mystery, introspection, and resilience. Identify what these aspects mean to you personally and how they manifest in your life. 2. Acknowledge the Lessons of Darkness Rather than avoiding difficult times, try to see them as opportunities for growth. When challenges arise, ask yourself, What can I learn from this experience? or How can this moment strengthen me? 3. Practice Gratitude for Both Embrace gratitude not only for the joys and clarity that light brings but also for the strength and hidden beauty discovered in darker times. You might keep a journal to remind yourself of the unique gifts found in each. 4. Stay Present with Your Emotions Allow yourself to fully feel both the highs and lows without judgment. This helps you accept all parts of yourself, recognizing that every emotion has a role in shaping your life experience. 5. Spend Time in Nature Nature is a great teacher of light and darkness, from sunrise to sunset and day to night. Spending time in natural settings can help you attune to these cycles and appreciate how both light and dark are necessary for balance. 6. Create a Personal Ritual Light a candle or meditate at dawn or dusk as a way to symbolically connect with both the light and the darkness. This simple act can serve as a reminder of how each holds value. Embracing both sides teaches us resilience and gratitude, and it nurtures a sense of peace that both light and darkness are essential parts of life’s beauty.
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Oct 24, 2024
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Go to the mountains, I thought. So I went Dragging me feet Grumbling at the steep climb and the rough terrain that hurt my soles.... Searching. Go to the ocean, I thought. So I went and walked for miles along the seashore until nighttime fell and all went dark Too dark for searching Go to the forest, I thought. So I went and spent hours among the trees hugging each one until my body ached and my eyes grew tired Too tired for searching Go to the river, I thought. So I went and I sat and watched the current of the water playing with driftwood as the sun sparkled diamond patterns in white froth Still searching "Go into the silence. "... a voice whispered So I went...... And there I found peace. ~ Dances with Dan: Embracing Grief from 'Embracing Grief A Love Story' ~ Art via Pinterest
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Oct 18, 2024
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Oct 11, 2024
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"A man who lies to himself, and believes his own lies becomes unable to recognize truth, either in himself or in anyone else, and he ends up losing respect for himself and for others. When he has no respect for anyone, he can no longer love, and, in order to divert himself, having no love in him, he yields to his impulses, indulges in the lowest forms of pleasure, and behaves in the end like an animal. And it all comes from lying - lying to others and to yourself." FYODOR DOSTOEVSKY 💫
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Sep 23, 2024
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I just want you to know you don't have to continue to carry the burdens of yesterday or last month or last year or from when you were a child. This heavy load was never meant to be carried. It was never meant to hold you back or continue your suffering. It was meant to help you grow, to help make you stronger. It was meant to be seen, accepted, embraced, and then released. It's ok to move forward, to let the past live in the past. It's not about forgetting, denying, or pushing under the rug but more about releasing the grip, shedding the weight like a Phoenix as it rises from the flames. I truly want this for you because you deserve to see the light in each day ☀️
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Sep 20, 2024
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Sep 19, 2024
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No-one expects you to walk on water. It's only the way you walk through the lives of people on your life-path that matters...
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Sep 17, 2024
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Sep 12, 2024
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🚫 I'M DONE EXPLAINING MYSELF. ✋🏻 It took me too long to understand that no matter how much I explain my side, some people will twist it to fit their narrative. I used to pour my heart out, desperately hoping they’d see the truth, but I’ve learned the hard way—if someone truly wanted to understand, they wouldn’t make me beg for it. If you’ve already decided I’m the villain in your story, fine. I’m not going to keep bending over backwards trying to prove I’m good enough, worthy enough, or innocent enough. The truth is, the more I explain, the more power I give to someone who doesn’t want to hear it. Let them believe what they want. Let them say it was all my fault. Let them stay stuck in their version of events. LET. THEM. I won’t defend myself anymore. Because I’ve realized something crucial—explaining myself over and over doesn’t bring peace. It only exhausts me. It only reinforces their narrative, because if they really cared to understand, they would’ve listened the first time. I’m reclaiming my energy. I’m walking away from the endless loop of justification and debate. I deserve connections where I don’t have to fight for my truth to be seen. If my silence makes you uncomfortable, then be uncomfortable. If my choice not to explain feels like defeat to you, that’s on you. I’m no longer concerned with trying to win a battle I never agreed to fight. I’m done begging to be understood. I’m done begging for kindness, respect, and empathy that should’ve been given freely. I’m done putting myself on trial in a court that was never fair to begin with. I'M. DONE. The only explanation I owe is to myself: that I choose peace over their noise. I choose to move on without the weight of constantly trying to be heard by people who are committed to misunderstanding me. Let them think what they want. LET. THEM. GO. I will not explain myself again. Because, honestly, I don’t need to. Words and Image 🩶 © Amanda Weston 🩶
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