The Arrival The path to her cottage was narrow, half-claimed by the wild. Autumn had dressed the forest in its dying brilliance: leaves the color of garnet and copper crushed underfoot, the air thick with the scent of rain and woodsmoke. Moss, a deep velvet green that seemed to glow from within, crept up theContinue reading “Protecting Your Energy During the Holidays: A Witch Therapist’s Guide”
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🌀 Welcome to the Matrix, Friend. We See You.
You wake up. Your phone is dead. So is your motivation.You blink, and somehow it’s 3:14 PM. You’re still in yesterday’s hoodie, halfway through a half-task you don’t even remember starting. 🌟 Managing energy with neurodivergence is possible—even in a world that worships hustle culture and 5 AM routines. And no, you’re not alone in questioning it.Continue reading “🌀 Welcome to the Matrix, Friend. We See You.”
🪫 “Why Am I Always on 5%?” – When Your Body’s Battery Can’t Keep Up with Life’s Apps
You ever wake up and immediately feel like your energy level is that sad little red sliver on your phone—the one that screams charge me now—except you did sleep, and nothing’s charging? Meanwhile, everyone around you seems to be running on full brightness, 5G, and 27 open apps, while you’re over here just trying toContinue reading “🪫 “Why Am I Always on 5%?” – When Your Body’s Battery Can’t Keep Up with Life’s Apps”
Wintering: Tales from the Underworld of Rest and Renewal
Gather ’round, weary traveler. The fire crackles, and the wind howls outside—a perfect setting to talk about the season of wintering. If you’re picturing blankets of snow and cozy nights in, you’re only halfway there. Wintering is more than an aesthetic; it’s a season of life that demands courage, reflection, and the audacity to rest.Continue reading “Wintering: Tales from the Underworld of Rest and Renewal”
When Grief and Family Collide: Holding Space for Yourself Amid Tension
Grief is never simple. Add family dynamics to the mix, and it can feel like trying to sail through a hurricane in a rowboat—without oars. No matter how prepared you think you are, emotions surge, personalities clash, and suddenly, even the smallest decisions—like who gets the casserole dish Nana loved—turn into a battle for theContinue reading “When Grief and Family Collide: Holding Space for Yourself Amid Tension”
Navigating Uncertain Times: A Guide to Finding Strength and Purpose Amidst Societal Stress
Are you a Therapist? Click here for a guide on how to support clients during this time. As the dust settles after an election or other pivotal moment, emotions can run high. For some, the outcome feels like a win; for others, it feels like a step backward, stirring up despair, fear, anger, or uncertainty.Continue reading “Navigating Uncertain Times: A Guide to Finding Strength and Purpose Amidst Societal Stress”
The Reaper’s Witness: Observing the Tides of Love and Loss
I have walked with more souls than I can count, guided by their stories, unspoken yet heard with every passing breath. My role? It isn’t as sinister as it seems. I am a quiet witness to life’s seasons, to the ebb and flow that takes one life and lets another bloom. I am here toContinue reading “The Reaper’s Witness: Observing the Tides of Love and Loss”
Finding Hope in Hard Times: Wisdom from Gandalf, Fred Rogers, and the Power of Community
In J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring, Frodo laments the burden of his time: “I wish it need not have happened in my time,” said Frodo. “So do I,” said Gandalf, “and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decideContinue reading “Finding Hope in Hard Times: Wisdom from Gandalf, Fred Rogers, and the Power of Community”
Energy Vampires Among Us: Spotting and Escaping the Creatures of Toxic Relationships
The holidays may bring joy and celebration, but they can also attract a different kind of guest—vampires who don’t wait for spooky season to make an appearance. These holiday vampires aren’t after blood; they drain your energy, twist your reality, and thrive on controlling your every move. They feed on your attention, emotions, and trust,Continue reading “Energy Vampires Among Us: Spotting and Escaping the Creatures of Toxic Relationships”
Taming the Sensory Jungle: A Neurocomplex Wellness Guide for Neurodivergent Minds
Welcome back, fellow Sasquatch explorers! Last time, we wandered through the forest of neurodivergent identity, embracing our inner cryptids with all their quirks and camouflaged wonders. Today, we’re switching gears—or senses, if you will. Let’s dive into the world of Neurocomplex Wellness for neurodiversity and explore the wild, untamed landscape of sensory needs and how they impactContinue reading “Taming the Sensory Jungle: A Neurocomplex Wellness Guide for Neurodivergent Minds”