Sitting with a Feeling vs. Intellectualizing: What’s the Difference?
Stop fighting your emotions. Many of us analyze our emotions instead of actually experiencing them, this is called intellectualizing. While it can offer temporary relief and understanding the “why” behind an emotion can be a valuable component, it can keep us stuck. Learning to “sit with a feeling” means allowing emotions to exist in your body without judgment or quick fixes. This practice creates space for peace, clarity, and resilience.
Knowing Isn’t The Same As Doing: Bridging The Gap Between Self Aware and Creating Change
Self-awareness is a powerful first step in growth—it’s the moment you recognize your patterns, triggers, and emotional responses. But knowing isn’t the same as doing. Real change happens when we pair insight with intentional action, and that includes tending to the body’s stress responses. Understanding your nervous system and learning how to regulate it bridges the gap between “I see what’s happening” and “I can choose a different response.” This shift transforms awareness from an observation into a tool for real, lasting change.
“Fat” Is Not A Feeling
"I feel fat." It’s a phrase I hear often as an eating disorder therapist—but fat isn’t a feeling. In this post, we explore what’s really behind those words, why it's important to expand our emotional language, and how shifting the narrative can support healing and body acceptance.
5 Small Shifts That Actually Help With Anxiety (No Toxic Positivity Required)
Tired of being told to “just calm down”? This post offers five evidence-based anxiety hacks rooted in somatic therapy and self-compassion. Learn how to shift from panic to presence—no gimmicks, no toxic positivity, just real, practical tools.
Body Image Hacks Rooted in Psychology, Not Positivity
Tired of being told to 'just love your body'? You’re not alone. This post explores 5 psychology-backed ways to improve body image without relying on toxic positivity or unrealistic affirmations. Rooted in self-compassion and somatic awareness, these practical hacks offer a more honest and sustainable path to feeling at home in your body.
It’s Okay to Want Recognition: Why Acknowledging Our Efforts Matters
Wanting to be recognized for your efforts doesn’t make you needy—it makes you human. Explore why being seen and validated matters, especially in work, caregiving, and relationships, and how to ask for what you need without shame.
Self-Compassion and Accountability: Finding Balance for Sustainable Growth
We often treat self-compassion and accountability as opposites—soft vs. strict—but in truth, they work best together. Learn how to take responsibility without shame, reframe your inner dialogue, and build a foundation for personal growth that is both kind and committed.
The Function of Emotions: How to Understand and Respond to Your Feelings With Clarity
Emotions are more than fleeting feelings—they're messages from our internal world, guiding us toward action. In this post, we explore how to identify the signals emotions send, distinguish them from mental health conditions like anxiety or depression, and choose intentional responses instead of reactive ones. Learn how to observe emotions, regulate behavior urges, and navigate your inner experience with self-awareness and compassion.
What It Really Means to "Sit with Feelings" — And Why It's So Hard (But Worth It)
Sitting with your feelings sounds simple—but in reality, it’s one of the hardest and most transformative practices in emotional healing. And you’ve probably never been taight how to do it. This post explores why it’s so difficult to stay present with uncomfortable emotions, how our nervous system and past experiences shape our responses, and the tools you can use to develop resilience, self-trust, and deeper awareness through mindful emotional presence.
How to Fight Fair in Relationships Using Attachment Theory
Learn how to navigate conflict with compassion using secure attachment, fair fighting rules, and emotional regulation to strengthen your relationship—not harm it.