Category: personal struggles
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When You Love Yourself, Life Starts Aligning
The author reflects on their journey of self-love following a traumatic brain injury, discovering it is okay to be different. Emphasizing self-worth, self-awareness, and boundaries, they illustrate how self-love brings balance in relationships and…
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You’re Not Overreacting: How TBI Creates an Overwhelmed Nervous System and 3 Counsellor Approved Strategies to Calm It.
Morgan Thain Miller is looking inward and reviewing her own trauma surrounding TBI. This has an effect on the nervous system by making you irritable and sensitive to noise and stressors. By looking at…
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I thought I was an open book, until I realised I wasn’t emotionally available
The author reflects on their past belief of being an “open book,” revealing that this was often a mask for people pleasing and oversharing. True emotional availability lies in genuine self-connection, which requires setting…
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You’re Not Lazy, Your Nervous System Is Just Overwhelmed
The content discusses the misconception of laziness, suggesting that feelings of being unmotivated or stuck often result from an overwhelmed nervous system rather than a lack of character. The article emphasizes the importance of…
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The People Who Feel Like Calm: How Relationships Regulate The Nervous System.
The content explores the profound impact of social connections on our emotional and physiological well-being. Being with the right people calms the nervous system, fostering feelings of safety and joy, while incompatible energies can…
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THE DAY I REALISED I WASN’T TOO MUCH, I WAS JUST MISPLACED
The author reflects on feeling misunderstood due to their depth and desire for profound conversations. Hiding their true self led to loneliness until they created a personal website to express their thoughts. Finding a…
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A Self-Reflection on My Personal Growth in Understanding Others
The author reflects on a transformative journey toward self-awareness, realizing that true understanding involves exploring personal reactions, strengths, and past influences. This deeper self-connection enhances relationships, highlighting the importance of presence and empathy over…
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The Universe Sends Invitations When You’re Ready
The author reflects on a personal transformation marked by a quiet commitment to self. This shift opened new opportunities, including a counseling course and a meaningful connection, emphasizing that growth often arrives subtly rather…
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When Your Nervous System Freezes, So Does Your Perspective
The freeze response, a less discussed survival mechanism, narrows perspective and can create feelings of being trapped in stressful situations. Understanding this physiological reaction can empower individuals to regain broader perspectives through gentle practices…
