Letting Myself Off the Hook
The holidays are such a joyful time—the anticipation of spending time with those we love, eating a hot meal together. But with the holidays also comes pressure: expectations, anxiety. Did I get enough gifts? The right ones? Will they fit? Will they like them—and is everything even? I’ve talked with a lot of moms about…
Some Days the Victory Is Simply Showing Up
Over the last several months, I’ve started to notice how much my mindset and old thought patterns shape my day, especially when it comes to productivity. I’ve also been paying attention to what my inner critic says—a voice I used to ignore while I went on autopilot. One morning, I woke up late and didn’t…
How I Started Talking to Myself with Kindness
Taming the Inner Critic By Eve M. Looking in the mirror one afternoon, I notice dark circles under my pale face. I’m exhausted from a long week, overwhelmed by day-to-day life. My oversized t-shirt is wrinkled, and my sweats are stained with whatever I ate last. I didn’t realize how mean she was until I…
The Weight of Silence: Why We Need to Talk About Hard Things
Today I want to share something deeply personal with you — a piece of my story I’ve carried quietly for years. If you’ve ever hidden parts of yourself out of fear or shame, I hope this helps you feel less alone. The First Time He Hit Me The first time he hit me, I still…
Letting Go of the Pressure to Keep Up
By Eve M. The Moment I Knew I Needed a Break About a year ago, I disappeared from the internet. I had been on such a roll—posting daily positive quotes to Instagram and Facebook, sharing poems, and opening up about personal struggles. I don’t have a huge following, but I was looking to grow. To…
When Strength Becomes a Cage
I sit on the carpet, legs crossed, the worn fibers pressing into my thigh. My back rests against the locked door. My breath comes in quick, shallow bursts as I press the heels of my hands into my eyes, willing myself not to cry. The house is quiet for the first time all day. I…
Exciting News!
This Saturday, my little essay will be published in an anthology titled: ✨ Turning Points: Life’s Twists and Turns ✨ At first, I hesitated to share this. Maybe it’s imposter syndrome, or maybe I just didn’t want to feel like I was bragging. But the truth is, I’ve been working hard on my writing for the past…
Why Is It So Hard to Stay on Track?
Why is it so hard to stay on track for some things, while others are a breeze? I think we have resistance to the things we want and need to accomplish. This resistance shows up in the form of fear and procrastination. So what do you do about it? Is there some magical secret you’ve…
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