Why Saying No Makes You Feel Guilty - Even When You’ve Done Nothing Wrong
Why does saying “no” make you feel selfish or wrong - even when you know you’re allowed to have needs? Here's how trauma wires guilt into your nervous system, and how to start unlearning the guilt with compassion.
Where Does Anger Come From? Understanding Anger in People-Pleasers, Trauma Survivors, and Sensitive Nervous Systems
Anger isn’t the problem. It’s a signal - especially for people-pleasers and trauma survivors! Learn where anger comes from, how it shows up in your body, and why releasing it is key to healing.
How To Stop Rescuing, Fixing, and Over-Helping in Relationships
Rescuing can look like helping - but it often leaves you feeling drained, resentful, and over-responsible. In this post, I’ll walk you through how to recognize rescuing vs supporting in relationships, why rescuing happens, and how to start healing these patterns for good.
8 Steps To Rebuild Self-Trust After Years Of People-Pleasing
After years of people-pleasing, it’s common to lose trust in yourself. In this blog, we’ll explore how rebuilding self-trust is a key part of healing - and the steps you can take to reconnect with your needs, your voice, and your self of self.
7 Signs Of Enmeshment In Relationships
Enmeshment is a term that describes a dynamic in a relationship (whether a romantic partner, friend, or family) where you are intertwined with one another in an unhealthy way, with very little to no boundaries, autonomy, and independence. Here are 7 ways (and beliefs) that show enmeshment in relationships.
7 Tips For Setting And Maintaining Healthy Boundaries
Setting boundaries can feel overwhelming and guilt inducing, especially if you are used to putting others first. In this blog, you’ll learn about what boundaries are and 7 practical tips to help you set, communicate, and maintain healthier boundaries - without guilt or second guessing.