When You Don’t Feel Ready, Take the Next Step Anyway
Nicole
(This story is technically the continuation of THIS one where I detail what led up to this defining moment. If you are curious for “part one,” please check out my…
Personal Growth
How to Heal From Emotional Abandonment by a Parent
Lessons Learned from an Emotionally Absent Dad My decision to leave started with a lie. I told the father of my children (and husband at the time) I needed to…
How to Self-Reflect After an Argument: What You Can Control
Recognizing Your Circle of Control Alright, we’re going to set the stage: An argument just happened and you’re alone with your thoughts about how everything went down. You don’t feel…
How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids: What Most Parents Miss
If there is one thing you will learn about me, it is that I am not afraid of being transparent. I will tell you honestly that I had a problem…
How to Find Gratitude in Difficult Parts of Your Past
You Can Be Grateful and Still Not Want a Relationship Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission…
How to Focus on Progress Instead of the Finish Line
Line of Sight: The Journey is the Destination I am absolutely guilty of doomscrolling. There, I said it. Now that I have gotten that out of the way, I want…
How to Stop Seeing Yourself Through Other People’s Eyes
Storytime: Whose Reflection Are You Looking Through? As I sat next to my husband at the dinner table, we discussed the recent change of events. For the past four months,…