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Embrace Possibility Over Fear

Shawn L. Garrison, PhD, ABPP
Oct 21, 2024
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It’s harder to know what’s real — and what’s not. 🤔

With AI making everything look and sound so convincing, and misinformation spreading faster than truth, it’s easy to feel uncertain about what to believe — especially when it comes to policies, education, and the systems shaping our future.

As a clinician committed to service, I want to share what I’m noticing — and invite you to keep questioning what you see, even when it feels familiar.

Because what’s happening right now with this proposed shift isn’t just about education or degrees — it’s about access, equity, and how we prepare people for lives of service and care. ⚖️

Innovative education models like The Academy for Innovation in Medicine @aim_georgia remind us that there are new ways forward — where learning, purpose, and livelihood can align without the weight of debt or flawed systems.

So as we navigate all this noise, I want you to think about your own world:

💬 In your community, who has been able to finish college, graduate school, or a terminal degree without the support of financial aid? Not just for classes but to LIVE while pursuing their degree.

🤔 What does that mean for who gets to serve, to lead, and to care for others?

📌 And what might change if access — real, equitable access — became the standard, not the exception?

Keep questioning. Keep thinking. Keep building something better.

#EducationEquity #AccessForAll #InnovationInMedicine #Leadership #Service #EquityInEducation #LifelongLearning

It’s harder to know what’s real — and what’s not. 🤔

With AI making everything look and sound so convincing, and misinformation spreading faster than truth, it’s easy to feel uncertain about what to believe — especially when it comes to policies, education, and the systems shaping our future.

As a clinician committed to service, I want to share what I’m noticing — and invite you to keep questioning what you see, even when it feels familiar.

Because what’s happening right now with this proposed shift isn’t just about education or degrees — it’s about access, equity, and how we prepare people for lives of service and care. ⚖️

Innovative education models like The Academy for Innovation in Medicine @aim_georgia remind us that there are new ways forward — where learning, purpose, and livelihood can align without the weight of debt or flawed systems.

So as we navigate all this noise, I want you to think about your own world:

💬 In your community, who has been able to finish college, graduate school, or a terminal degree without the support of financial aid? Not just for classes but to LIVE while pursuing their degree.

🤔 What does that mean for who gets to serve, to lead, and to care for others?

📌 And what might change if access — real, equitable access — became the standard, not the exception?

Keep questioning. Keep thinking. Keep building something better.

#EducationEquity #AccessForAll #InnovationInMedicine #Leadership #Service #EquityInEducation #LifelongLearning

#JustBreathe #HealingDuringTheHolidays #TruthOverTradition 🫶🏽

#JustBreathe #HealingDuringTheHolidays #TruthOverTradition 🫶🏽

You’ve trusted me with the real stuff — the parts that don’t always make it to the group chat or the timeline.

That’s something I don’t take lightly.

Every session, every conversation, every moment of honesty — it’s all helped build this space we share. A space grounded in real stories, real healing, and real connection.

This isn’t surface-level healing — it’s growth you can feel.

And I’m honored to witness your evolution. 🩷

You’ve trusted me with the real stuff — the parts that don’t always make it to the group chat or the timeline.

That’s something I don’t take lightly.

Every session, every conversation, every moment of honesty — it’s all helped build this space we share. A space grounded in real stories, real healing, and real connection.

This isn’t surface-level healing — it’s growth you can feel.

And I’m honored to witness your evolution. 🩷

Heaviness can be emotional residue — the accumulation of unspoken expectations, grief, and fatigue.

When the world speeds up, your body might slow down to protect you.
That’s not laziness; that’s physiology.

♥️Pause. Breathe. Let your nervous system catch up.

#SomaticTherapy #TraumaInformed #HolidayStress

Heaviness can be emotional residue — the accumulation of unspoken expectations, grief, and fatigue.

When the world speeds up, your body might slow down to protect you.
That’s not laziness; that’s physiology.

♥️Pause. Breathe. Let your nervous system catch up.

#SomaticTherapy #TraumaInformed #HolidayStress

Our culture pathologizes sadness, especially during the holidays.

But grief is a healthy, adaptive response to loss.
When you allow it space, you’re actually supporting your nervous system’s need to process and reorganize.

That’s what healing looks like in real time.

♥️Share this with someone who thinks they should be “over it” by now.

#ClinicalInsight #JustBreathe #AttachmentTheory #HealingProcess

Our culture pathologizes sadness, especially during the holidays.

But grief is a healthy, adaptive response to loss.
When you allow it space, you’re actually supporting your nervous system’s need to process and reorganize.

That’s what healing looks like in real time.

♥️Share this with someone who thinks they should be “over it” by now.

#ClinicalInsight #JustBreathe #AttachmentTheory #HealingProcess

Holidays have a way of amplifying absence.
We don’t move on from loss; we move with it.
Make space for the memory, the silence, the love that remains.

That act of remembrance is also an act of regulation — it keeps the story integrated instead of suppressed.

#GriefWork#JustBreathe #AttachmentHealing #ClinicalTraumaTherapist

Holidays have a way of amplifying absence.
We don’t move on from loss; we move with it.
Make space for the memory, the silence, the love that remains.

That act of remembrance is also an act of regulation — it keeps the story integrated instead of suppressed.

#GriefWork#JustBreathe #AttachmentHealing #ClinicalTraumaTherapist

Boundaries aren’t barriers; they’re containment.

They keep connection sustainable.

Practice one small act of self‑protection this week — it’s a clinical intervention disguised as self‑care.

Let’s Get Curious: Which boundary feels hardest to hold right now?

#Boundaries #JustBreathe #TraumaTherapy #HolidayWellness

Boundaries aren’t barriers; they’re containment.

They keep connection sustainable.

Practice one small act of self‑protection this week — it’s a clinical intervention disguised as self‑care.

Let’s Get Curious: Which boundary feels hardest to hold right now?

#Boundaries #JustBreathe #TraumaTherapy #HolidayWellness

♥️What conversation have you been avoiding — and what might change if you approached it with curiosity instead of fear?

♥️What truth in your life has been waiting for your voice to catch up?

♥️If silence feels safer, what part of you is it protecting — and what part is longing to be seen

♥️We all have that one conversation sitting heavy in the background. What would it take to make space for it today?

♥️Avoidance feels protective, but it often costs us connection. What would it look like to stay present through discomfort?

#honestconversations #healingjourney #innerhealing #selfawareness #speakyourtruth #emotionalwellness
#growthmindset ♥️

♥️What conversation have you been avoiding — and what might change if you approached it with curiosity instead of fear?

♥️What truth in your life has been waiting for your voice to catch up?

♥️If silence feels safer, what part of you is it protecting — and what part is longing to be seen

♥️We all have that one conversation sitting heavy in the background. What would it take to make space for it today?

♥️Avoidance feels protective, but it often costs us connection. What would it look like to stay present through discomfort?

#honestconversations #healingjourney #innerhealing #selfawareness #speakyourtruth #emotionalwellness
#growthmindset ♥️

You still get to dream. You still get to become everything you imagine. 💭💡🩷
#dreamagain #selftrust #growth #light #alignment #justbreathe

You still get to dream. You still get to become everything you imagine. 💭💡🩷
#dreamagain #selftrust #growth #light #alignment #justbreathe

Sometimes I catch myself smiling when what I really mean is “please see me.”

It’s tender work to let the truth show through.

Maybe real safety starts there.

Where in your life could honesty feel like relief instead of risk?

#LetsGetCurious 🩷🌱

Sometimes I catch myself smiling when what I really mean is “please see me.”

It’s tender work to let the truth show through.

Maybe real safety starts there.

Where in your life could honesty feel like relief instead of risk?

#LetsGetCurious 🩷🌱

As a therapist who specializes in trauma, grief and loss, I know this won’t land for everyone — and that’s okay.
It’s not meant to.

This is for the ones who’ve been strong for too long.
For the ones who learned to survive by staying busy, capable, and “fine.”
For the ones carrying grief and loss — not just for people, but for possibilities.
The loss of what you hoped for.
The loss of what you should’ve had.
The loss of what you never got.

We don’t talk enough about that kind of grief — the invisible kind that hides behind independence.
But it’s real. And it deserves tending.

We’re not glorifying struggle anymore.
We’re rewriting what strength looks like.
We’re choosing softness as a strategy.
We’re remembering that rest is resistance.

If this lands for you, it’s because you’re ready to see your strength differently.

You’re ready to believe that you don’t have to earn ease. ♥️

#grief #loss #healing #justbreathe#mentalhealth #traumahealing #softlife #emotionalwellness #innerchildhealing #hyperindependence

As a therapist who specializes in trauma, grief and loss, I know this won’t land for everyone — and that’s okay.
It’s not meant to.

This is for the ones who’ve been strong for too long.
For the ones who learned to survive by staying busy, capable, and “fine.”
For the ones carrying grief and loss — not just for people, but for possibilities.
The loss of what you hoped for.
The loss of what you should’ve had.
The loss of what you never got.

We don’t talk enough about that kind of grief — the invisible kind that hides behind independence.
But it’s real. And it deserves tending.

We’re not glorifying struggle anymore.
We’re rewriting what strength looks like.
We’re choosing softness as a strategy.
We’re remembering that rest is resistance.

If this lands for you, it’s because you’re ready to see your strength differently.

You’re ready to believe that you don’t have to earn ease. ♥️

#grief #loss #healing #justbreathe#mentalhealth #traumahealing #softlife #emotionalwellness #innerchildhealing #hyperindependence

Maybe healing is remembering softness after years of armor.

Each time we meet ourselves with care, we rewrite what strength means.

#HealingJourney
#SelfCompassion
#InnerStrength
#EmotionalWellness
#RediscoverYourself

Maybe healing is remembering softness after years of armor.

Each time we meet ourselves with care, we rewrite what strength means.

#HealingJourney
#SelfCompassion
#InnerStrength
#EmotionalWellness
#RediscoverYourself

When you’ve been hurt, your body remembers.
It builds walls in the name of safety.

Healing begins when the part of you that’s scared finally feels seen by the part of you that still believes in love.

Love doesn’t rush your protection — it listens until it feels safe to open again.

#TraumaHealing
#SlowLove
#SafeToFeel
#HealingEnergy
#LoveWithPatience

When you’ve been hurt, your body remembers.
It builds walls in the name of safety.

Healing begins when the part of you that’s scared finally feels seen by the part of you that still believes in love.

Love doesn’t rush your protection — it listens until it feels safe to open again.

#TraumaHealing
#SlowLove
#SafeToFeel
#HealingEnergy
#LoveWithPatience

Real closeness is a mirror — it shows you your edges, your fears, your tenderness.
What you see there isn’t failure; it’s feedback.

Love reconnects you to the parts of yourself that still flinch, still hope, still want to trust.

That’s not weakness — that’s the work of becoming.

#EmotionalGrowth
#HealingInLove
#TheWorkOfBecoming
#RadicalVulnerability
#SoulConnection 🩷

Real closeness is a mirror — it shows you your edges, your fears, your tenderness.
What you see there isn’t failure; it’s feedback.

Love reconnects you to the parts of yourself that still flinch, still hope, still want to trust.

That’s not weakness — that’s the work of becoming.

#EmotionalGrowth
#HealingInLove
#TheWorkOfBecoming
#RadicalVulnerability
#SoulConnection 🩷

Love will ask you to grow in the places you’ve learned to protect.

It’s not about getting it right — it’s about staying curious when it gets messy.

Sometimes love just asks you to breathe, notice, and begin again.

You don’t have to have it all figured out — just keep returning to yourself, and then to the ones you love. 💛

Love will ask you to grow in the places you’ve learned to protect.

It’s not about getting it right — it’s about staying curious when it gets messy.

Sometimes love just asks you to breathe, notice, and begin again.

You don’t have to have it all figured out — just keep returning to yourself, and then to the ones you love. 💛

Sometimes love feels hard because I don’t know what to do with it when it’s actually “safe.”

That reflection from my workshop has stayed with me — because it’s true for so many of us.

We’ve learned how to stay, but not always how to communicate what feels safe.

We know how to sacrifice, but we haven’t learned the patience to sit in the hard — together.

Sometimes we confuse silence with peace, and we avoid what might actually heal us.

That’s the kind of space we hold in For Sunday — a moment each month to slow down, reflect, and practice letting love in, even when it feels new.

Not perfect love. Just honest love.

So if you’re ready to lean into love, life, and relationships a little deeper — join me every First Sunday. 💛

#FirstSunday
#EmotionalHealing
#SafeLove
#RelationshipGrowth
#SelfReflection
#HonestConnections

Sometimes love feels hard because I don’t know what to do with it when it’s actually “safe.”

That reflection from my workshop has stayed with me — because it’s true for so many of us.

We’ve learned how to stay, but not always how to communicate what feels safe.

We know how to sacrifice, but we haven’t learned the patience to sit in the hard — together.

Sometimes we confuse silence with peace, and we avoid what might actually heal us.

That’s the kind of space we hold in For Sunday — a moment each month to slow down, reflect, and practice letting love in, even when it feels new.

Not perfect love. Just honest love.

So if you’re ready to lean into love, life, and relationships a little deeper — join me every First Sunday. 💛

#FirstSunday
#EmotionalHealing
#SafeLove
#RelationshipGrowth
#SelfReflection
#HonestConnections

Every day begins with one intention: to meet my clients where they are, and walk with them toward what’s possible.

As the year winds down, I’m thinking of my clients with gratitude — for the courage you bring, and the connection that makes this work possible.

For every conversation, every moment of truth, every bit of joy — you’ve given me the chance to do what I love.

I don’t take that lightly. You matter. The trust, the growth, the space we’ve built — all of it is sacred.

Here’s to continued growth, deeper healing, and the magic of doing it together.

#Gratitude #GrowthJourney #HealingTogether #EndOfYearReflections #PurposeDriven #ThankfulHeart 🫶🏽

Every day begins with one intention: to meet my clients where they are, and walk with them toward what’s possible.

As the year winds down, I’m thinking of my clients with gratitude — for the courage you bring, and the connection that makes this work possible.

For every conversation, every moment of truth, every bit of joy — you’ve given me the chance to do what I love.

I don’t take that lightly. You matter. The trust, the growth, the space we’ve built — all of it is sacred.

Here’s to continued growth, deeper healing, and the magic of doing it together.

#Gratitude #GrowthJourney #HealingTogether #EndOfYearReflections #PurposeDriven #ThankfulHeart 🫶🏽

The best teams don’t compete for attention — they share it.

When we lift others up, everyone grows.

Keep morale high, celebrate the wins, and make it better together.

And if sharing the spotlight or celebrating others feels hard — pause and ask yourself why.

Where’s the resistance coming from? That’s where the real growth begins.

#Leadership #TeamCulture #GrowthMindset #CelebrateOthers #BetterTogether

The best teams don’t compete for attention — they share it.

When we lift others up, everyone grows.

Keep morale high, celebrate the wins, and make it better together.

And if sharing the spotlight or celebrating others feels hard — pause and ask yourself why.

Where’s the resistance coming from? That’s where the real growth begins.

#Leadership #TeamCulture #GrowthMindset #CelebrateOthers #BetterTogether

Because she finally realized that peace, respect, and reciprocity aren’t “too much.” They’re the bare minimum.

#SheRefusesToSettle #KnowYourWorth #PeaceOverEverything #ReciprocityMatters #SelfWorthJourney #HealingAndGrowing

Because she finally realized that peace, respect, and reciprocity aren’t “too much.” They’re the bare minimum.

#SheRefusesToSettle #KnowYourWorth #PeaceOverEverything #ReciprocityMatters #SelfWorthJourney #HealingAndGrowing

When you know your value, you stop chasing what’s already yours. 🌸

What shifted in your life when you stopped chasing and started allowing? 💭

#SelfWorth #SoftLife #DivineFeminine #HealingJourney #InnerPeace #EnergyShift #AttractDontChase #SelfLoveJourney #PeaceOverProving #AlignmentOverHustle

When you know your value, you stop chasing what’s already yours. 🌸

What shifted in your life when you stopped chasing and started allowing? 💭

#SelfWorth #SoftLife #DivineFeminine #HealingJourney #InnerPeace #EnergyShift #AttractDontChase #SelfLoveJourney #PeaceOverProving #AlignmentOverHustle

It’s been a full, beautiful, busy summer — and honestly, some days I’ve felt like I was holding it all together with coffee and prayer. ☕️

People ask me all the time, “How do you manage it all?” The truth? I DON’T. Not alone.

I have a partner who shows up with me, friends who remind me to breathe, family who lift me up, and a team that helps me stay focused. And still — there are days when emails go unanswered, dinner is takeout, and I’m just doing my best.

This season, I’m choosing to keep showing up anyway. With intention. With grace. With trust that starting over — again and again — is the work.

However your fall looks, I hope you give yourself permission to be in process. We’re all figuring it out together.

#KeepGoing #TrustTheProcess #IntentionOverPerfection #WorkingMom #EntrepreneurLife #FallEnergy #WomenWhoLead

It’s been a full, beautiful, busy summer — and honestly, some days I’ve felt like I was holding it all together with coffee and prayer. ☕️

People ask me all the time, “How do you manage it all?” The truth? I DON’T. Not alone.

I have a partner who shows up with me, friends who remind me to breathe, family who lift me up, and a team that helps me stay focused. And still — there are days when emails go unanswered, dinner is takeout, and I’m just doing my best.

This season, I’m choosing to keep showing up anyway. With intention. With grace. With trust that starting over — again and again — is the work.

However your fall looks, I hope you give yourself permission to be in process. We’re all figuring it out together.

#KeepGoing #TrustTheProcess #IntentionOverPerfection #WorkingMom #EntrepreneurLife #FallEnergy #WomenWhoLead

Life has a rhythm — expansion, stillness, change. Every season teaches you something different.

The joy reminds you to be present.
 The struggle reminds you that you’re still becoming.

Keep showing up for both. Your effort is shaping a version of you that’s stronger, softer, and more whole than before.

#growthseason #selfreflection #healingjourney #keepgoing 🩷

Life has a rhythm — expansion, stillness, change. Every season teaches you something different.

The joy reminds you to be present.
 The struggle reminds you that you’re still becoming.

Keep showing up for both. Your effort is shaping a version of you that’s stronger, softer, and more whole than before.

#growthseason #selfreflection #healingjourney #keepgoing 🩷

Loneliness doesn’t always look like being by yourself. Sometimes it’s right there with someone—feeling unseen—or in a crowd and still feeling invisible.

If you’ve ever felt that, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not broken. That ache for connection? It’s a signal that you were made for belonging.

Let’s lean into this together. Join me in First Sunday, my newsletter where we name the stuff we hardly admit. Link’s in bio ❤️

#FirstSunday #MentalHealthMatters #TherapistTalks #YouAreNotAlone #EmotionalTruths #HealTogether #Connection #Loneliness #TherapyWorks #JustBreathe

Loneliness doesn’t always look like being by yourself. Sometimes it’s right there with someone—feeling unseen—or in a crowd and still feeling invisible.

If you’ve ever felt that, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not broken. That ache for connection? It’s a signal that you were made for belonging.

Let’s lean into this together. Join me in First Sunday, my newsletter where we name the stuff we hardly admit. Link’s in bio ❤️

#FirstSunday #MentalHealthMatters #TherapistTalks #YouAreNotAlone #EmotionalTruths #HealTogether #Connection #Loneliness #TherapyWorks #JustBreathe

Struggling with procrastination doesn’t mean you’re lazy.

ADHD looks different for everyone—and while only a clinical psychologist can provide a formal diagnosis, many people recognize traits in themselves that feel familiar.

One of the most common things I see is masking. Masking means you’ve learned how to hide the hard parts—by overachieving, blending in, or pushing yourself to perform like everything’s fine.

For many high-performing people, that mask looks like success: the degrees, the promotions, the reputation for being “so capable.” On the outside, everything shines. But on the inside, it can feel like you’re running on fumes—constantly working harder than anyone realizes just to keep up.

And masking works… until it doesn’t.

Over time, it can lead to exhaustion, burnout, and the quiet fear that if you stop holding it all together, everything will fall apart.

If that’s you, you’re not ALONE!! You’re not failing. You’re human.
Here are a few ways to work with your brain instead of against it:

🧨Break big tasks into tiny, doable steps so you can actually start

🧨Use timers or reminders to keep track of time so it doesn’t get away from you

🧨Add something fun or rewarding to spark motivation when it’s low

🧨Work alongside someone else—even quietly—so it’s easier to stay focused

Progress isn’t about perfection—it’s about movement. Even the smallest step forward matters.

So if you’ve been hard on yourself, I hope you hear this: you’re seen, you’re understood, and you’re not alone in this.

#ADHD #Neurodiversity #MentalHealthAwareness #ADHDAwareness #ADHDSupport #Procrastination #HighFunctioningADHD #MentalHealthMatters #Masking #ADHDCommunity #ADHDTips #ADHDStruggles #ADHDSupportGroup #YouAreNotAlone #ADHDPerspective

Struggling with procrastination doesn’t mean you’re lazy.

ADHD looks different for everyone—and while only a clinical psychologist can provide a formal diagnosis, many people recognize traits in themselves that feel familiar.

One of the most common things I see is masking. Masking means you’ve learned how to hide the hard parts—by overachieving, blending in, or pushing yourself to perform like everything’s fine.

For many high-performing people, that mask looks like success: the degrees, the promotions, the reputation for being “so capable.” On the outside, everything shines. But on the inside, it can feel like you’re running on fumes—constantly working harder than anyone realizes just to keep up.

And masking works… until it doesn’t.

Over time, it can lead to exhaustion, burnout, and the quiet fear that if you stop holding it all together, everything will fall apart.

If that’s you, you’re not ALONE!! You’re not failing. You’re human.
Here are a few ways to work with your brain instead of against it:

🧨Break big tasks into tiny, doable steps so you can actually start

🧨Use timers or reminders to keep track of time so it doesn’t get away from you

🧨Add something fun or rewarding to spark motivation when it’s low

🧨Work alongside someone else—even quietly—so it’s easier to stay focused

Progress isn’t about perfection—it’s about movement. Even the smallest step forward matters.

So if you’ve been hard on yourself, I hope you hear this: you’re seen, you’re understood, and you’re not alone in this.

#ADHD #Neurodiversity #MentalHealthAwareness #ADHDAwareness #ADHDSupport #Procrastination #HighFunctioningADHD #MentalHealthMatters #Masking #ADHDCommunity #ADHDTips #ADHDStruggles #ADHDSupportGroup #YouAreNotAlone #ADHDPerspective

Every new attending I’ve ever worked with has one thing in common: doubt.

That first year out of residency comes with second-guessing, uncertainty, and those late-night questions of “Am I really ready?”

Here’s the truth: you’ve trained for nearly a decade (+) to get here. You know medicine. You know how to care for patients. And when you walk into that room as the attending — you belong there.

Remember — there’s a learning curve here. Of course you’re uncertain. You’re adjusting to new attendings with different personalities, learning your nurses, navigating new EMR systems, meeting new staff, figuring out call schedules, taking on new training, managing your time outside of work, and carrying the weight of decision-making — because now, you are the doctor. You’re responsible in a way you’ve never been before. So yes, it makes sense that you’re nervous. We just don’t let the nerves stop us.

And for my first‑gen and BIPOC physicians — what you’ve accomplished is even bigger than this moment. You’ve carried more, overcome more, and achieved what so many said was impossible. That deserves to be named and celebrated.

Lean on your training. Lean on your judgment. Lean on your team.

This year will stretch you, but it will also prove something powerful: you are ready.

#NewAttendings #PhysicianLife #FromResidentToAttending #BIPOCPhysicians #FirstGenDoctors #MedicalJourney #PhysicianSupport #YouBelongHere #WhiteCoatPride 🥼🩺

Every new attending I’ve ever worked with has one thing in common: doubt.

That first year out of residency comes with second-guessing, uncertainty, and those late-night questions of “Am I really ready?”

Here’s the truth: you’ve trained for nearly a decade (+) to get here. You know medicine. You know how to care for patients. And when you walk into that room as the attending — you belong there.

Remember — there’s a learning curve here. Of course you’re uncertain. You’re adjusting to new attendings with different personalities, learning your nurses, navigating new EMR systems, meeting new staff, figuring out call schedules, taking on new training, managing your time outside of work, and carrying the weight of decision-making — because now, you are the doctor. You’re responsible in a way you’ve never been before. So yes, it makes sense that you’re nervous. We just don’t let the nerves stop us.

And for my first‑gen and BIPOC physicians — what you’ve accomplished is even bigger than this moment. You’ve carried more, overcome more, and achieved what so many said was impossible. That deserves to be named and celebrated.

Lean on your training. Lean on your judgment. Lean on your team.

This year will stretch you, but it will also prove something powerful: you are ready.

#NewAttendings #PhysicianLife #FromResidentToAttending #BIPOCPhysicians #FirstGenDoctors #MedicalJourney #PhysicianSupport #YouBelongHere #WhiteCoatPride 🥼🩺

✨ We are thrilled to be collaborating together — Dr. Danisha McCall, Jenay Hicks (Re-Imagine Justice MD), the Behavioral Emergency Response Team (BERT), and MemorialCare Health System.

This work is about more than strategy—it’s about people. It’s about creating spaces where staff feel safe to speak up, families feel supported, and leaders lead with equity at the center.

When resilience and safety are built into everyday practice, we don’t just protect people—we help them thrive. That’s the real impact of equity in action.

#MemorialCare #BERT #PsychologicalSafety #Resilience #Equity #TraumaInformedCare #HealthcareLeadership

✨ We are thrilled to be collaborating together — Dr. Danisha McCall, Jenay Hicks (Re-Imagine Justice MD), the Behavioral Emergency Response Team (BERT), and MemorialCare Health System.

This work is about more than strategy—it’s about people. It’s about creating spaces where staff feel safe to speak up, families feel supported, and leaders lead with equity at the center.

When resilience and safety are built into everyday practice, we don’t just protect people—we help them thrive. That’s the real impact of equity in action.

#MemorialCare #BERT #PsychologicalSafety #Resilience #Equity #TraumaInformedCare #HealthcareLeadership

▫️You never know what someone is carrying. The friend who cancels plans. The co-worker who looks “fine.” The stranger who seems distracted.

▫️Sometimes, they’re battling memories, voices, or emotions that feel unbearable. Sometimes, they’re just trying to make it through the day.

▫️If that’s you—please know, your struggle is real. And you don’t need to minimize it. You deserve care, support, and gentleness.

▫️And if you’re supporting someone else—your patience, your kindness, your presence might be the thing that helps them keep going.

▫️If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know you are not alone and support is available. In the U.S., you can dial or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline right away. If you are outside the U.S., please reach out to your local crisis hotline or emergency services in your area. You deserve help, care, and hope. ♥️

#SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #CompassionOverJudgment #SupportNotStigma #TogetherForMentalHealth

▫️You never know what someone is carrying. The friend who cancels plans. The co-worker who looks “fine.” The stranger who seems distracted.

▫️Sometimes, they’re battling memories, voices, or emotions that feel unbearable. Sometimes, they’re just trying to make it through the day.

▫️If that’s you—please know, your struggle is real. And you don’t need to minimize it. You deserve care, support, and gentleness.

▫️And if you’re supporting someone else—your patience, your kindness, your presence might be the thing that helps them keep going.

▫️If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know you are not alone and support is available. In the U.S., you can dial or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline right away. If you are outside the U.S., please reach out to your local crisis hotline or emergency services in your area. You deserve help, care, and hope. ♥️

#SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #CompassionOverJudgment #SupportNotStigma #TogetherForMentalHealth

Feeling stuck isn’t laziness.
In trauma work, we call it functional freeze.
It’s not failure — it’s protection.

Your nervous system is saying: “I need safety before I can move forward.”
You’re not broken. You’re human.

This isn’t weakness. It’s protection. And there are ways to gently reset:

✅Contain the overwhelming thoughts by imagining a safe container to hold them until you’re ready.

✅Pause with a grounding exercise: notice 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, 1 you taste. Then take a slow breath.

Remember: Freeze isn’t failure. Save this for the next time you feel stuck — and remind yourself: you’re not broken, you’re human. ♥️

Feeling stuck isn’t laziness.
In trauma work, we call it functional freeze.
It’s not failure — it’s protection.

Your nervous system is saying: “I need safety before I can move forward.”
You’re not broken. You’re human.

This isn’t weakness. It’s protection. And there are ways to gently reset:

✅Contain the overwhelming thoughts by imagining a safe container to hold them until you’re ready.

✅Pause with a grounding exercise: notice 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, 1 you taste. Then take a slow breath.

Remember: Freeze isn’t failure. Save this for the next time you feel stuck — and remind yourself: you’re not broken, you’re human. ♥️

Well, well, well… if it isn’t another chance to learn and grow from my own choices…
#SelfGrowthJourney #MindfulChoices #InnerWisdom #ChooseAgain #LifeLessonsLearned #TrustYourPath #UnstoppableYou #ConfidentlyMe #OwnYourJourney #LimitlessMindset

Well, well, well… if it isn’t another chance to learn and grow from my own choices…
#SelfGrowthJourney #MindfulChoices #InnerWisdom #ChooseAgain #LifeLessonsLearned #TrustYourPath #UnstoppableYou #ConfidentlyMe #OwnYourJourney #LimitlessMindset

Run your own race. Stay true to your values, trust your process, and remember: your story is unfolding exactly as it should. ✨
#RunYourRace #TrustTheProcess #StayTrue #AuthenticJourney #GrowthMindset #JoyfulLiving #PositiveVibesOnly #TherapyWorks #SelfLoveJourney #YourStoryMatters #MindfulLiving #JustBreathe 🩷

Run your own race. Stay true to your values, trust your process, and remember: your story is unfolding exactly as it should. ✨
#RunYourRace #TrustTheProcess #StayTrue #AuthenticJourney #GrowthMindset #JoyfulLiving #PositiveVibesOnly #TherapyWorks #SelfLoveJourney #YourStoryMatters #MindfulLiving #JustBreathe 🩷

As a trauma therapist, my work goes beyond clinical expertise. My deepest intention is to offer presence, patience, and genuine care—to hold space for vulnerability, to honor each person’s story, and to meet them with compassion, exactly as they are.

For me, radical genuineness simply means showing up as my full, human self—honest, present, and real—so others feel safe enough to do the same.

I believe healing happens in the small, human moments—when someone feels seen, heard, and understood. When empathy and genuineness meet, that’s where transformation begins.

This is the heart of my work:
Radical genuineness. Unreasonable hospitality. Serving others, as I hope to be served. ♥️

#TraumaTherapist #HealingTogether #RadicalGenuineness #UnreasonableHospitality #HumanFirst #TherapistLife #MentalHealthMatters

As a trauma therapist, my work goes beyond clinical expertise. My deepest intention is to offer presence, patience, and genuine care—to hold space for vulnerability, to honor each person’s story, and to meet them with compassion, exactly as they are.

For me, radical genuineness simply means showing up as my full, human self—honest, present, and real—so others feel safe enough to do the same.

I believe healing happens in the small, human moments—when someone feels seen, heard, and understood. When empathy and genuineness meet, that’s where transformation begins.

This is the heart of my work:
Radical genuineness. Unreasonable hospitality. Serving others, as I hope to be served. ♥️

#TraumaTherapist #HealingTogether #RadicalGenuineness #UnreasonableHospitality #HumanFirst #TherapistLife #MentalHealthMatters

Hey friends, can I just share something with you?

If you’ve ever found yourself turning to self-harm, risky behaviors, or numbing out just to get through the day — that doesn’t mean you’re weak. It means you found a way to survive when things felt unbearable. That’s strength, even if it doesn’t always feel like it.

But survival is not the same as living. And I wonder… what would it feel like to start building new ways of caring for yourself — ways that don’t leave you hurting afterward?

Maybe it’s grounding in your body when the urge hits.
Maybe it’s reaching out to someone safe, even if it’s just a text that says, “I’m struggling.”

Maybe it’s practicing one small act of compassion toward yourself when shame tells you that you don’t deserve it.

Your story is not something to hide — it’s your strength. Every chapter, even the painful ones, is proof of your resilience.

And maybe today, that story can remind you not just of what you’ve been through, but of who you are becoming.

On this Suicide Prevention Day, we’re reminded of the global theme: Creating Hope Through Action. Hope isn’t always a huge leap — sometimes it’s the smallest next step. Sending that text. Taking that breath. Choosing to stay.

💜 You are worthy of healing. You are worthy of being here. And you are so much more than what you’ve survived.

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay #CreatingHopeThroughAction #YourStoryIsYourStrength #TraumaHealing #SelfCompassion #YouAreNotAlone 🩷

Hey friends, can I just share something with you?

If you’ve ever found yourself turning to self-harm, risky behaviors, or numbing out just to get through the day — that doesn’t mean you’re weak. It means you found a way to survive when things felt unbearable. That’s strength, even if it doesn’t always feel like it.

But survival is not the same as living. And I wonder… what would it feel like to start building new ways of caring for yourself — ways that don’t leave you hurting afterward?

Maybe it’s grounding in your body when the urge hits.
Maybe it’s reaching out to someone safe, even if it’s just a text that says, “I’m struggling.”

Maybe it’s practicing one small act of compassion toward yourself when shame tells you that you don’t deserve it.

Your story is not something to hide — it’s your strength. Every chapter, even the painful ones, is proof of your resilience.

And maybe today, that story can remind you not just of what you’ve been through, but of who you are becoming.

On this Suicide Prevention Day, we’re reminded of the global theme: Creating Hope Through Action. Hope isn’t always a huge leap — sometimes it’s the smallest next step. Sending that text. Taking that breath. Choosing to stay.

💜 You are worthy of healing. You are worthy of being here. And you are so much more than what you’ve survived.

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay #CreatingHopeThroughAction #YourStoryIsYourStrength #TraumaHealing #SelfCompassion #YouAreNotAlone 🩷

Joy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a form of resistance.

We hear a lot about gratitude and joy, but the truth is, they’re not always easy to reach. Gratitude isn’t a quick fix, and joy isn’t about being happy all the time.

What I’ve come to understand is that joy can actually be a tool—a way of regulating, of grounding, of saying: even when things feel heavy, I can still choose moments that bring me back to myself. And it doesn’t have to be big. 📣

Sometimes it’s a laugh you weren’t expecting, a quiet breath, or a song that shifts your mood.
So if gratitude feels hard today, maybe ask yourself: what’s one small thing that’s bringing you a little joy, or helping you feel rooted right now?

And if nothing comes to mind, that’s okay too. You’re not alone in that. We’re in this together. And I’m rooting for you. 🩷

#JoyPractice #RadicalJoy #Grounding #EmotionalWellness #GratitudeJourney #InnerPeace #ChooseJoy #JustBreathe #TherapyWorks

Joy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a form of resistance.

We hear a lot about gratitude and joy, but the truth is, they’re not always easy to reach. Gratitude isn’t a quick fix, and joy isn’t about being happy all the time.

What I’ve come to understand is that joy can actually be a tool—a way of regulating, of grounding, of saying: even when things feel heavy, I can still choose moments that bring me back to myself. And it doesn’t have to be big. 📣

Sometimes it’s a laugh you weren’t expecting, a quiet breath, or a song that shifts your mood.
So if gratitude feels hard today, maybe ask yourself: what’s one small thing that’s bringing you a little joy, or helping you feel rooted right now?

And if nothing comes to mind, that’s okay too. You’re not alone in that. We’re in this together. And I’m rooting for you. 🩷

#JoyPractice #RadicalJoy #Grounding #EmotionalWellness #GratitudeJourney #InnerPeace #ChooseJoy #JustBreathe #TherapyWorks

▫️If you’ve ever hurt yourself, it doesn’t mean you’re weak. It doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means you found a way to survive pain that felt unbearable.

▫️Sometimes self-harm is about feeling something when you feel numb. Sometimes it’s about stopping the storm of memories. Sometimes it’s about showing on the outside what hurts on the inside.

▫️If this is you, please know: you are not alone. You don’t have to carry this by yourself.
Try this: place your hand on your heart, take one slow breath, and remind yourself—I made it through before, I can make it through again.

▫️And if you’re ready, reach for support. Healing doesn’t mean losing your coping—it means finding gentler ways to care for your pain.

▫️If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know you are not alone and support is available. In the U.S., you can dial or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline right away. If you are outside the U.S., please reach out to your local crisis hotline or emergency services in your area. You deserve help, care, and hope. ♥️

#SuicidePreventionMonth #YourStoryMatters #HealingIsPossible #TraumaHealing #YouAreNotAlone #RecoveryIsPossible #HopeAndHealing #JustBreathe

▫️If you’ve ever hurt yourself, it doesn’t mean you’re weak. It doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means you found a way to survive pain that felt unbearable.

▫️Sometimes self-harm is about feeling something when you feel numb. Sometimes it’s about stopping the storm of memories. Sometimes it’s about showing on the outside what hurts on the inside.

▫️If this is you, please know: you are not alone. You don’t have to carry this by yourself.
Try this: place your hand on your heart, take one slow breath, and remind yourself—I made it through before, I can make it through again.

▫️And if you’re ready, reach for support. Healing doesn’t mean losing your coping—it means finding gentler ways to care for your pain.

▫️If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know you are not alone and support is available. In the U.S., you can dial or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline right away. If you are outside the U.S., please reach out to your local crisis hotline or emergency services in your area. You deserve help, care, and hope. ♥️

#SuicidePreventionMonth #YourStoryMatters #HealingIsPossible #TraumaHealing #YouAreNotAlone #RecoveryIsPossible #HopeAndHealing #JustBreathe

This month for First Sunday, our growth focus is simple but powerful:

Two things can be true at the same time.

You can feel stuck and still be healing.
You can feel afraid and still be brave.
You can feel tired and still be worthy of rest.

In therapy, we call this dialectical thinking— the practice of holding both truths instead of forcing ourselves into either/or.

When we learn to hold both, we stop fighting against our emotions and start listening to them. That’s where real change begins.

So this month, let’s practice together:

💡 Notice the “both/and” moments in your life.
💡 Replace judgment with curiosity.
💡 Remind yourself: I can feel struggle and still hold strength.

Save this as your reminder — you don’t have to choose one truth. You can hold both.

#TherapyThoughts #DialecticalThinking #HoldBothTruths #MentalHealthAwareness #HealingJourney #EmotionalGrowth #MindfulnessPractice #InnerStrength #SelfCompassion #GrowthMindset #TherapyWorks #JustBreathe

This month for First Sunday, our growth focus is simple but powerful:

Two things can be true at the same time.

You can feel stuck and still be healing.
You can feel afraid and still be brave.
You can feel tired and still be worthy of rest.

In therapy, we call this dialectical thinking— the practice of holding both truths instead of forcing ourselves into either/or.

When we learn to hold both, we stop fighting against our emotions and start listening to them. That’s where real change begins.

So this month, let’s practice together:

💡 Notice the “both/and” moments in your life.
💡 Replace judgment with curiosity.
💡 Remind yourself: I can feel struggle and still hold strength.

Save this as your reminder — you don’t have to choose one truth. You can hold both.

#TherapyThoughts #DialecticalThinking #HoldBothTruths #MentalHealthAwareness #HealingJourney #EmotionalGrowth #MindfulnessPractice #InnerStrength #SelfCompassion #GrowthMindset #TherapyWorks #JustBreathe

▪️This is what we do in therapy. This is what we practice together.

▪️We learn to release the weight that was never ours to carry. We unlearn the urge to over-give, to over-explain, to trade authenticity just to feel connected.

▪️We notice the patterns of overexertion, of being in spaces where the energy isn’t reciprocal, and we start to choose differently.

▪️In therapy, we practice letting love feel easier. Letting connection be mutual. Letting ourselves be real — without performing, without shrinking, without stretching too thin.

▪️This is the work. This is the practice. We are learning to let it be easier. To let it be reciprocal. To let it be real.

#TherapyJourney #EmotionalHealing #LettingGo #SelfDiscovery #HealthyConnections #InnerWork #AuthenticLiving ✨

▪️This is what we do in therapy. This is what we practice together.

▪️We learn to release the weight that was never ours to carry. We unlearn the urge to over-give, to over-explain, to trade authenticity just to feel connected.

▪️We notice the patterns of overexertion, of being in spaces where the energy isn’t reciprocal, and we start to choose differently.

▪️In therapy, we practice letting love feel easier. Letting connection be mutual. Letting ourselves be real — without performing, without shrinking, without stretching too thin.

▪️This is the work. This is the practice. We are learning to let it be easier. To let it be reciprocal. To let it be real.

#TherapyJourney #EmotionalHealing #LettingGo #SelfDiscovery #HealthyConnections #InnerWork #AuthenticLiving ✨

Why are we so grumpy in airports? Travel’s stressful FOR sure—but kindness is free. Smile, say “excuse me,” help with a bag. Let’s make airports kinder. ♥️
#JustBreathe #TravelKindness #AirportLife #BeKind #GoodVibesOnly #KindnessMatters #TravelBetter

Why are we so grumpy in airports? Travel’s stressful FOR sure—but kindness is free. Smile, say “excuse me,” help with a bag. Let’s make airports kinder. ♥️
#JustBreathe #TravelKindness #AirportLife #BeKind #GoodVibesOnly #KindnessMatters #TravelBetter

History is being made in Georgia!

🎉 The Academy for Innovation in Medicine (AIM) has officially been authorized to open in Fall 2026 as Georgia’s first health science charter school— preparing students for real jobs, real opportunities, and real impact in healthcare.

📣 At AIM, students will gain hands-on training in hospitals, earn certifications, and secure paid internships with competitive wages — tackling Atlanta’s healthcare shortage while amplifying the communities we serve and earning a living wage!!

📣 This vision wouldn’t be possible without the leadership of  Dr. Kristy Beam, AIM’s founder and visionary leader, and the partnership of RedefinED Atlanta, and the GA State Charter Schools Commission, who are helping us reimagine what education can look like.

📣 It is always an honor to work alongside Dr. Yolanda Wimberly, a catalyst for change at Grady Hospital, whose commitment to healthcare access continues to inspire this work.

♥️ As a founding board member of AIM and the work-based learning and well-being consultant for the Office of Health Outcomes at Grady Hospital, I can truly say: I cannot wait to see the good that will come out of this initiative.The impact will be generational.

Together, we’re building a school where excellence, service, integrity, and innovation aren’t just words — they’re the future.

For more information, visit aimgeorgia.org, @AIMGeorgia on Facebook or @aim_georgia on Instagram. 🎉

History is being made in Georgia!

🎉 The Academy for Innovation in Medicine (AIM) has officially been authorized to open in Fall 2026 as Georgia’s first health science charter school— preparing students for real jobs, real opportunities, and real impact in healthcare.

📣 At AIM, students will gain hands-on training in hospitals, earn certifications, and secure paid internships with competitive wages — tackling Atlanta’s healthcare shortage while amplifying the communities we serve and earning a living wage!!

📣 This vision wouldn’t be possible without the leadership of  Dr. Kristy Beam, AIM’s founder and visionary leader, and the partnership of RedefinED Atlanta, and the GA State Charter Schools Commission, who are helping us reimagine what education can look like.

📣 It is always an honor to work alongside Dr. Yolanda Wimberly, a catalyst for change at Grady Hospital, whose commitment to healthcare access continues to inspire this work.

♥️ As a founding board member of AIM and the work-based learning and well-being consultant for the Office of Health Outcomes at Grady Hospital, I can truly say: I cannot wait to see the good that will come out of this initiative.The impact will be generational.

Together, we’re building a school where excellence, service, integrity, and innovation aren’t just words — they’re the future.

For more information, visit aimgeorgia.org, @AIMGeorgia on Facebook or @aim_georgia on Instagram. 🎉

Therapy reminds us: chronic invalidation leaves scars, but validation heals.

Everyone deserves to feel seen. That’s not just talk—it’s science.✨

#MentalHealthAwareness
#TherapyIsHealing
#YouAreNotTooMuch
#ValidationMatters
#EmotionalHealing
#YouDeserveToBeSeen
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

Therapy reminds us: chronic invalidation leaves scars, but validation heals.

Everyone deserves to feel seen. That’s not just talk—it’s science.✨

#MentalHealthAwareness
#TherapyIsHealing
#YouAreNotTooMuch
#ValidationMatters
#EmotionalHealing
#YouDeserveToBeSeen
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

I am loving myself through it all.🩷 Honoring my need for rest is part of my healing journey. When I fill my own cup, my overflow is rooted in safety and care, not sacrifice. Resting isn’t selfish—it’s how I show up for myself and others.
#SelfLoveJourney
#HealingInProgress
#RestIsEssential
#OverflowWithLove
#NurtureYourself
#RadicalRest
#FillYourCupFirst
#SacredPause
#GroundedInCare
#RestToRise
#TherapyWorks
#JustBreathe

I am loving myself through it all.🩷 Honoring my need for rest is part of my healing journey. When I fill my own cup, my overflow is rooted in safety and care, not sacrifice. Resting isn’t selfish—it’s how I show up for myself and others.
#SelfLoveJourney
#HealingInProgress
#RestIsEssential
#OverflowWithLove
#NurtureYourself
#RadicalRest
#FillYourCupFirst
#SacredPause
#GroundedInCare
#RestToRise
#TherapyWorks
#JustBreathe

Let’s talk about integrity—not just as a value, but as a practice rooted in self-compassion and honesty. 💕

Integrity isn’t just about doing the “right thing” when others are watching. Sometimes, it’s about honoring your boundaries, saying “no” when you mean it, or giving yourself grace when you need rest. It can look like keeping a promise to take a break, or being honest with yourself about what you’re ready for. Sometimes, integrity means showing up for yourself even when no one else sees the effort.

In real life, integrity might look like:

▫️Turning down an invitation because you need time to recharge.
▫️Admitting when you’re struggling and reaching out for support.
▫️Following through on your self-care routines, even when it’s hard.
▫️Letting go of perfection and choosing what’s truly right for you in this moment.

True integrity is about aligning your actions with your values, even when it’s uncomfortable. It’s a quiet, powerful form of self-respect.

So, I invite you to reflect:

▪️When was the last time you honored a promise you made to yourself?
▪️How did it feel?
▪️What’s one small way you can show up for yourself this week—with integrity, compassion, and intention?

Share your thoughts or intentions below—your story might inspire someone else’s healing journey. 💛

#IntegrityInPractice
#SelfCompassionFirst
#HonorYourBoundaries
#ShowUpForYourself
#QuietStrength
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

Let’s talk about integrity—not just as a value, but as a practice rooted in self-compassion and honesty. 💕

Integrity isn’t just about doing the “right thing” when others are watching. Sometimes, it’s about honoring your boundaries, saying “no” when you mean it, or giving yourself grace when you need rest. It can look like keeping a promise to take a break, or being honest with yourself about what you’re ready for. Sometimes, integrity means showing up for yourself even when no one else sees the effort.

In real life, integrity might look like:

▫️Turning down an invitation because you need time to recharge.
▫️Admitting when you’re struggling and reaching out for support.
▫️Following through on your self-care routines, even when it’s hard.
▫️Letting go of perfection and choosing what’s truly right for you in this moment.

True integrity is about aligning your actions with your values, even when it’s uncomfortable. It’s a quiet, powerful form of self-respect.

So, I invite you to reflect:

▪️When was the last time you honored a promise you made to yourself?
▪️How did it feel?
▪️What’s one small way you can show up for yourself this week—with integrity, compassion, and intention?

Share your thoughts or intentions below—your story might inspire someone else’s healing journey. 💛

#IntegrityInPractice
#SelfCompassionFirst
#HonorYourBoundaries
#ShowUpForYourself
#QuietStrength
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

#JustBreathe #WorkplaceWellness #CreatingCulturesofCaring #KeepShowingUp #RealTalk #Growth 🩷

#JustBreathe #WorkplaceWellness #CreatingCulturesofCaring #KeepShowingUp #RealTalk #Growth 🩷

▪️You get to grow, change your mind, dream bigger, or start fresh—whenever you need to. Every part of your story counts, even the messy or uncertain chapters.

▪️Glad to be here with you as you figure it out, and cheering you on as you go. You deserve good things, just as you are. 🤍

#GentleReminders
#YouMatterToo
#HealingInProgress
#GraceForTheJourney
#RootingForYou
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

▪️You get to grow, change your mind, dream bigger, or start fresh—whenever you need to. Every part of your story counts, even the messy or uncertain chapters.

▪️Glad to be here with you as you figure it out, and cheering you on as you go. You deserve good things, just as you are. 🤍

#GentleReminders
#YouMatterToo
#HealingInProgress
#GraceForTheJourney
#RootingForYou
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

One of the most impactful tools I use with clients is reframing.

In sessions, I often talk with clients about how our thoughts shape our reality. Reframing isn’t about pretending things are perfect—it’s about finding a more helpful perspective. Instead of “I have to do this,” what if it became “I get to try”? These little shifts can make a big difference. ✨

Have you noticed this in your own life?

#MindsetShift
#TherapyTools
#ReframeYourThinking
#GrowthOverPerfection
#MentalHealthMatters
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

One of the most impactful tools I use with clients is reframing.

In sessions, I often talk with clients about how our thoughts shape our reality. Reframing isn’t about pretending things are perfect—it’s about finding a more helpful perspective. Instead of “I have to do this,” what if it became “I get to try”? These little shifts can make a big difference. ✨

Have you noticed this in your own life?

#MindsetShift
#TherapyTools
#ReframeYourThinking
#GrowthOverPerfection
#MentalHealthMatters
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

Learning to control your emotions is indeed one of the most powerful skills you can develop.

➡️ Here’s why:

▪️Clarity in Decision-Making: When you manage your emotions, you’re less likely to make impulsive decisions and more likely to choose wisely.

▪️Resilience: Emotional control helps you bounce back from setbacks and handle stress with grace.

▪️Stronger Relationships: Responding thoughtfully rather than reacting emotionally builds trust and respect in your relationships.

▪️Influence: People are naturally drawn to those who remain calm and composed, even under pressure.

Mastering your emotions doesn’t mean suppressing them—it means understanding, accepting, and channeling them in ways that serve your goals and well-being.

It’s a lifelong practice, but its impact is transformative. 🩷
#EmotionalIntelligence
#PowerInSelfControl
#InnerMastery
#CalmIsStrength
#MindOverMood
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

Learning to control your emotions is indeed one of the most powerful skills you can develop.

➡️ Here’s why:

▪️Clarity in Decision-Making: When you manage your emotions, you’re less likely to make impulsive decisions and more likely to choose wisely.

▪️Resilience: Emotional control helps you bounce back from setbacks and handle stress with grace.

▪️Stronger Relationships: Responding thoughtfully rather than reacting emotionally builds trust and respect in your relationships.

▪️Influence: People are naturally drawn to those who remain calm and composed, even under pressure.

Mastering your emotions doesn’t mean suppressing them—it means understanding, accepting, and channeling them in ways that serve your goals and well-being.

It’s a lifelong practice, but its impact is transformative. 🩷
#EmotionalIntelligence
#PowerInSelfControl
#InnerMastery
#CalmIsStrength
#MindOverMood
#JustBreathe
#TherapyWorks

▫️Some days, just noticing where your mind goes takes real courage. If you found even a small moment for yourself today, that’s worth celebrating. Healing isn’t all or nothing—it’s those tiny shifts, those gentle reminders that you’re allowed to feel joy, hope, and rest, even when things are heavy. You’re doing better than you think. 🩷
#EmotionalHealing
#SmallWinsMatter
#GraceOverPerfection
#MentalWellness
#HealingInProgress
#TherapyWorks
#JustBreathe

▫️Some days, just noticing where your mind goes takes real courage. If you found even a small moment for yourself today, that’s worth celebrating. Healing isn’t all or nothing—it’s those tiny shifts, those gentle reminders that you’re allowed to feel joy, hope, and rest, even when things are heavy. You’re doing better than you think. 🩷
#EmotionalHealing
#SmallWinsMatter
#GraceOverPerfection
#MentalWellness
#HealingInProgress
#TherapyWorks
#JustBreathe

🩷 What if we made joy the weapon? Not as a way to escape reality, but as a way to reclaim our power in the middle of it all.

🩷 There’s a long, beautiful tradition—especially in Black communities—of holding onto joy even when things are heavy. It’s not about pretending things aren’t hard. It’s about insisting that our spirits deserve rest, laughter, and moments of light, even when the world feels relentless. That kind of joy is a refusal to let pain have the final say.

🩷 So, what would it look like to let joy disrupt the heaviness, even for a moment? Maybe it’s a song that lifts you up, a meal that reminds you of home, a text from someone who just gets it, or a quiet breath that feels like relief.

🩷 Joy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a practice, and sometimes it’s an act of resistance.

🩷 If you could claim one small moment of joy today, what might it be? No pressure to share, but I invite you to notice it, hold onto it, and let it be yours. ♥️

#JustBreathe #TherapyWorks #JoyAsResistance #ReclaimJoy #RadicalRest #BlackJoyMatters #HealingInJoy #TherapyWorks
#JoyIsPower #HonorTheLight #EmbraceJoy #EverydayMagic #RestIsRevolution
#ChooseJoyDaily #JoyInTheMidst

🩷 What if we made joy the weapon? Not as a way to escape reality, but as a way to reclaim our power in the middle of it all.

🩷 There’s a long, beautiful tradition—especially in Black communities—of holding onto joy even when things are heavy. It’s not about pretending things aren’t hard. It’s about insisting that our spirits deserve rest, laughter, and moments of light, even when the world feels relentless. That kind of joy is a refusal to let pain have the final say.

🩷 So, what would it look like to let joy disrupt the heaviness, even for a moment? Maybe it’s a song that lifts you up, a meal that reminds you of home, a text from someone who just gets it, or a quiet breath that feels like relief.

🩷 Joy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a practice, and sometimes it’s an act of resistance.

🩷 If you could claim one small moment of joy today, what might it be? No pressure to share, but I invite you to notice it, hold onto it, and let it be yours. ♥️

#JustBreathe #TherapyWorks #JoyAsResistance #ReclaimJoy #RadicalRest #BlackJoyMatters #HealingInJoy #TherapyWorks
#JoyIsPower #HonorTheLight #EmbraceJoy #EverydayMagic #RestIsRevolution
#ChooseJoyDaily #JoyInTheMidst

♥️Emotional intimacy is that feeling of being truly seen, understood, and safe with someone—it’s about sharing your inner world and knowing it’ll be met with care. But if someone is emotionally immature (meaning they avoid tough feelings, can’t handle vulnerability, or struggle to empathize), it’s almost impossible to reach that level of closeness.

Genuine connection needs emotional maturity on both sides. ♥️✨

#emotionalintelligence
#healthyrelationships
#intimacyrequiresmaturity
#selfawarenessjourney
#emotionallyavailable
#therapyworks

♥️Emotional intimacy is that feeling of being truly seen, understood, and safe with someone—it’s about sharing your inner world and knowing it’ll be met with care. But if someone is emotionally immature (meaning they avoid tough feelings, can’t handle vulnerability, or struggle to empathize), it’s almost impossible to reach that level of closeness.

Genuine connection needs emotional maturity on both sides. ♥️✨

#emotionalintelligence
#healthyrelationships
#intimacyrequiresmaturity
#selfawarenessjourney
#emotionallyavailable
#therapyworks

➡️ Don’t forget: truly living your fullest, most creative life means giving yourself permission to rest. Your body and mind need time to replenish—especially if you’ve experienced stress or trauma.

Rest isn’t just a luxury; it’s a necessity for healing and growth.

Here are a few simple ways you can use silence for rest:

▫️Turn off the radio or podcast in your car and drive in quiet for a few minutes.

▫️Sit in silence for five minutes and just notice your breath.

▫️Step outside and listen to the natural sounds around you, letting yourself be present.

▫️Pause before bed, put your phone away, and enjoy a few moments of quiet before sleep.

Taking breaks, embracing quiet moments, and honoring your need for downtime are all powerful ways to care for yourself.

You deserve to feel restored, inspired, and whole. 🖤

➡️ Don’t forget: truly living your fullest, most creative life means giving yourself permission to rest. Your body and mind need time to replenish—especially if you’ve experienced stress or trauma.

Rest isn’t just a luxury; it’s a necessity for healing and growth.

Here are a few simple ways you can use silence for rest:

▫️Turn off the radio or podcast in your car and drive in quiet for a few minutes.

▫️Sit in silence for five minutes and just notice your breath.

▫️Step outside and listen to the natural sounds around you, letting yourself be present.

▫️Pause before bed, put your phone away, and enjoy a few moments of quiet before sleep.

Taking breaks, embracing quiet moments, and honoring your need for downtime are all powerful ways to care for yourself.

You deserve to feel restored, inspired, and whole. 🖤

It’s Cancer season, and I’m celebrating all the ways my heart shows up—unapologetically. Happy birthday to me. 🩷🎈🎉
#HealedCancerEnergy
#EmotionalDepthIsPower
#UnapologeticallyMe
#BirthdayReflection
#HappyBirthdayToME

It’s Cancer season, and I’m celebrating all the ways my heart shows up—unapologetically. Happy birthday to me. 🩷🎈🎉
#HealedCancerEnergy
#EmotionalDepthIsPower
#UnapologeticallyMe
#BirthdayReflection
#HappyBirthdayToME

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