Today marks my 32nd wedding anniversary. For the last six years, I have spent this day alone. Not because I chose distance but because distance was forced upon me, rewritten as “divorce,” spoken to the world as truth, even when no divorce was ever registered till today. This day no longer represents celebration.It represents reckoning.Continue reading “The Marriage That Broke Me, and Then Freed Me”
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The myth of sacrifice in relationships
Somewhere along the line, I, too, believed that sacrifice was the mark of true commitment in relationships. I thought love meant putting my needs aside, letting go of parts of myself, and carrying the weight in silence just to keep the bond intact. For a while, I convinced myself this was strength, loyalty, and evenContinue reading “The myth of sacrifice in relationships”
Anger
When They Call It “Anger Issues” But It’s Really Just Years of Being Disrespected. Let’s get one thing straight: anger is not the enemy. Anger is a signal. A flare. A final, desperate attempt by your body and soul to say enough is enough. I’ve been called names. “Stupid housewife.” “Overreacting.” “Too emotional.” I’ve beenContinue reading “Anger”
The Power of Choice: A Gift to My Daughters
I did my best to raise my daughters with the belief that freedom of choice is one of the greatest gifts a person can have. I wanted them to embrace who they are, stand firm in their values, and walk their paths without fear or hesitation. I never wanted them to feel confined by expectations,Continue reading “The Power of Choice: A Gift to My Daughters”
The Other Side of the Coin: Recognizing the Positives in Our Upbringing
In recent years, the conversation around inner child healing, past traumas, and difficult upbringing situations has gained significant traction. Social media is filled with stories, reels, and posts advocating for addressing childhood wounds and blaming upbringing for negative attitudes, beliefs, and behaviours. While these discussions are valid and provide a platform for many to healContinue reading “The Other Side of the Coin: Recognizing the Positives in Our Upbringing”
When Someone Walks Away After You’ve Addressed Their Behaviour.
It can be incredibly disheartening when someone chooses to walk away from you simply because you’ve expressed how their actions have made you feel. Whether it’s neglect, disrespect, or disregard for your boundaries, addressing these behaviours shouldn’t lead to the end of a relationship—yet, sometimes, it does. When this happens, it’s essential to recognize thatContinue reading “When Someone Walks Away After You’ve Addressed Their Behaviour.”
One Minute at a Time: Lessons from Life’s Toughest Moments
In the most difficult chapter of my life, I discovered a powerful mantra: One day at a time, one hour at a time, maybe even one minute at a time. When the weight of yesterday feels overwhelming and tomorrow’s uncertainty adds pressure, the only place to find strength is in the now. I learned thatContinue reading “One Minute at a Time: Lessons from Life’s Toughest Moments”
The Overlooked Burden of a Mother’s Love: A Personal Reflection.
As a mother, it can feel like you’re caught in a constant tug-of-war between wanting to raise independent, resilient children and ensuring their safety. This battle is even harder when you’re parenting with little or no support, and the absence of a partner’s presence puts more pressure on you. In many households, the father mayContinue reading “The Overlooked Burden of a Mother’s Love: A Personal Reflection.”
Mutual purpose for a loving partnership to thrive
The secret to success in a loving partnership lies in having a mutual purpose—a shared vision or set of values that guides the relationship. While love is the foundation, it is the shared goals and purpose that sustain and strengthen the bond over time. When two individuals in a relationship align their purpose, they createContinue reading “Mutual purpose for a loving partnership to thrive”
Your children by Khalil Gibran
Your children are not your children. They are the son’s & daughters of life’s longing for itself. They come through you , but not from you , And though they are with you , yet they belong not to you . You may give them your love , but not your thoughts . For theyContinue reading “Your children by Khalil Gibran”
SELF LOVE AND SOUL HEALING 