I've taken a moment to reflect on the common thread weaving through the experiences of many on this life journey—a struggle with self-identity and navigating the complexities of existence. Often, we find ourselves operating on autopilot, driven by societal expectations and conditioned beliefs about who we should be.

In my own life, I've encountered moments of doubt and shame, unsure of the value in the concept of awakening and self-rebirth. The internal struggle led to a harsh, self-critical voice that perpetuated worry, shame, and guilt—a challenging loop to break. However, I want to share that it is indeed possible to discover your path, embracing the freedom to be your authentic self. Compassionate understanding around life's intricacies becomes attainable, and you can find inspiration in living fully aligned with your true essence.

By honoring your emotions and understanding their messages, a transformative journey unfolds. It's a bottom-up process that nurtures...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed "being the parent" and would it be so sweet for someone to understand, on a cellular level, exactly what your on-going experience is? Does your window of tolerance shrink? Does it get stretched so far you feel you will either burst in frustration or faint from despair? That's where I repeatedly found myself in relationship with my son when his nervous system would get so heightened, and the energy got really big. My nervous system would alert me that my cup was near empty and I was in dire need of some empathy!

While being heard and seen by others with care and resonant empathy was so immensely calming, sometimes we must find ways to give ourselves some compassion when we are all alone.

One time I recognized, in the heat of the moment, a part of me believed the pain of disconnection would last forever. Nothing would ever change, no one would ever want to hang out with us, we were too much, we were too different, it was just too hard for others to be...