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(Excerpt from Chapter 2 of Beyond Healing) One morning, mid-chaos — cereal on the floor, one sock missing, me running on broken sleep — my daughter asked me why I was “so spiky today.” And just like that, my breath caught in my throat. Because she wasn’t wrong. I was short. Irritable. Somewhere far away in […]

Friend, let’s have a heartfelt conversation about something that’s not always easy to talk about but is deeply important: childhood trauma. For so many of us, the experiences we have as children leave lasting marks, shaping how we see ourselves, others, and the world. Even when we’ve buried those memories or told ourselves we’ve “moved

Parenting is one of the most beautiful and challenging journeys a person can undertake. It’s an act of love, sacrifice, and growth—but when you’re carrying unhealed trauma, parenting can feel like walking a tightrope over an ocean of emotional chaos. Every misstep, every raised voice, every moment of doubt feels amplified because the stakes are

As parents, it’s natural to want to guide our children and teach them right from wrong. But sometimes, in the heat of the moment, we turn to punishment—timeouts, shouting, or even harsh consequences—thinking it’s the best way to correct their behavior. What if I told you that punishment often adds unnecessary stress to a child’s

Parenting is a whirlwind of responsibilities, from meal prep to school runs, work deadlines to bedtime routines. In the midst of the chaos, it’s easy to feel like there’s just not enough time to create meaningful moments with each child. But here’s the secret: It’s not about having endless hours or extravagant activities. It’s about

Are we raising kids who can stand tall or ones who crumble at the first sign of challenge? It’s a tough question, isn’t it? As parents, our instinct is to protect our children from pain, shield them from struggle, and clear every obstacle in their path. It feels like love. It feels like the right

As children, we’re like sponges, soaking in the world around us. We learn quickly what’s expected, what’s safe, and what earns us love and acceptance. But in doing so, many of us unknowingly sacrifice pieces of our true selves. We adapt, we conform, and we suppress, believing it’s the only way to survive and thrive

Bedtime can be more than just the end of the day. It can be a moment of connection, love, and calm—a time when your child feels truly safe and seen. But let’s be honest, friend: bedtime isn’t always easy. Between the “just one more story” pleas and the whirlwind of a busy day, it can

Let’s talk about something so simple yet so transformative in parenting: the power of truly listening to our kids. If you’ve ever found yourself responding with advice, fixing their problems, or jumping in with reassurances, you’re not alone. It’s what so many of us do—not because we’re bad parents, but because we care deeply and

Let’s have an honest conversation about discipline. For so many of us, the word “discipline” brings to mind punishments, timeouts, and consequences. It’s what many of us experienced growing up, and it’s what we often default to when we’re overwhelmed or unsure. But what if discipline could be something entirely different? What if it wasn’t