In Other Words: Toxic Shame
I’ve felt shame for growing up in poverty and neglect. Shame for struggling to function in a world that expects constant productivity. Shame for questioning societal norms and making unconventional choices.
Your Self is Calling—Are You Listening?
Most of us go through life unaware of the hidden forces shaping our choices, relationships, and sense of self. We believe we know who we are—until life triggers us, exposing patterns we didn’t even realise we were caught in. True self-discovery isn’t about fixing what’s ‘wrong’ with us; it’s about seeing ourselves clearly, beyond the masks we’ve been taught to wear.
Stuck in Self-Healing: Why My Trauma Search Became a Dead End
We've been taught to look for trauma in the past, in our parents, in our childhoods. But what if the real struggle lies in simply living in a world that doesn’t align with who we are? The deeper I dug into trauma, the more I realised that the real issue wasn’t about fixing the past—it was about surviving the present.
Can we Heal?
Healing is a journey, not a destination. It's about striving to improve our well-being, even when the odds seem stacked against us. In a world where many resist the idea of healing, we are often left to explore alternative paths, discovering that true healing encompasses body, mind, and spirit. It’s a journey fraught with challenges, but it is one worth pursuing—whether it's healing with trauma, neurodivergence, or dealing with the struggles of our daily lives.