So, I thought this new place would bring happiness. That I’d finally get my fresh start. And while in some ways, it does feel nice, in other ways… it’s not what I had hoped.

It’s easy to demonize this voice, to see it as the enemy—and then to come down on ourselves even harder when it creeps in. But what if we changed the way we look at our inner critic? What if it’s not the enemy at all, but actually trying to protect us?

Listening to your body isn’t about interpreting every sensation as a warning sign or trying to “fix” yourself. It’s about pausing long enough to notice what’s there. To feel without needing to analyze. To witness without rushing to change.

 How to Find a Version of Self-Compassion That Actually Works for You.

I recognized the old pattern and, instead of going into autopilot, I realized I had a choice: I could choose the ways of escaping the intensity that I had come to rely on in the past, or I could make a conscious choice to do something different that supported me. Something that helped me regulate rather than disconnect.

The truth is, we might not have a choice in what’s happening, but we always have a choice in how we respond… and that’s where our power lives.

Somatic practices are powerful tools that can help you reconnect with yourself in the present moment. Here are five simple somatic practices you can integrate into your routine to begin this reconnection process...

What if not living in alignment with who you truly are is affecting your body and mind in ways you haven’t realized?

Have you ever felt like you couldn’t fully be yourself, like you had to hide parts of who you are just to fit in or be accepted? Maybe you’ve held back from expressing your true feelings or showing your authentic self because you were worried about what others might think or say? If so, you're not alone.

I’ve discovered that by cultivating a deeper understanding of how my nervous system responds when I become activated and learning to listen to my body’s responses in these moments, not only have I been able to improve my relationships, but I could also show up in my relationships more authentically.

We’ve all heard anecdotal evidence supporting the idea of yoga's capacity for healing. There are countless stories from people who talk about how it has impacted them and helped them heal. But there are also numerous studies regarding the healing power of yoga…

What exactly is somatic coaching, and how can it help you lead a more authentic life?

I’ve been a people pleaser for as long as I can remember. There would be countless situations where I was asked to do something & I wanted to say no, but felt I had to say yes – otherwise, I would either disappoint someone or make someone mad.

Let me share with you a little story about one of the times I almost lost my sh*t but didn’t – and how it completely transformed the way I approach conflicts in my relationships.

Today I want to share a bit of a hard truth.

Here are 6 habits that hold you back from living authentically, and how to break free from them so you can regain your sense of self.

Here are 5 steps to work through the discomfort and hold ourselves accountable when we make a mistake

Do you struggle with meeting your own needs? If so, here are some reminders for you…

Does this sound familiar?

When I began my journey to live with authenticity & embody my true self, I was met with paralyzing resistance.