For the longest time, saying no never felt simple. It came with explanations, guilt, and overthinking — until I realized I don’t owe anyone a justification for choosing myself.
Blooming without thorns, the rose believes in gentle hands, but the garden teaches it otherwise, leaving it to question why beauty is so often broken.
Most of the hurt we carry comes from the boundaries we never set. Saying yes when our heart whispered no, shrinking ourselves so others could expand, simply puts you...
How saying "no" can be beneficial to your self-image and your relationships
Three things I wish I knew before living with new people in college.
College life can be chaotic. Between classes, social events, clubs, school work, etc. it can be so easy to forget about your own peace of mind. Finding peace isn’t...
At some point in life, we all face this bitter truth not everyone you help will be grateful, and not everyone you trust will value you. You give your time, your...
I’m quick to remind my friends to rest, set boundaries, and let go of perfection. But when it comes to following my own advice? That’s where things get messy.
Learning to stand up for yourself as a non-confrontational person
Energy is expensive. Be mindful with how you spend it.