Tag Archives: depression

Getting Uncomfy: Healing From the Inside Out (Anxiety and Depression)

I didn’t realize that I had gotten comfortable. I’d become friends with my anxiety. I’d become besties with my depression. It was a slow progression. Over time, I had fallen away from the consistent routines that helped maintain emotional stability; the things that helped me keep a healthy mindset. Things I once did consistently, butContinueContinue reading “Getting Uncomfy: Healing From the Inside Out (Anxiety and Depression)”

Dry Seasons: Navigating Depression Without Giving Up on My Goals

About 4 to 5 months ago I began going to therapy. While I have been an advocate for therapy for years, I kept putting off signing up and going myself, because I couldn’t afford another financial commitment. However, this time I committed to taking a necessary step in prioritizing my mental health. I reached outContinueContinue reading “Dry Seasons: Navigating Depression Without Giving Up on My Goals”

Float Therapy for Stress and Anxiety Relief: First Time Experience!

If you have been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, stressed and you haven’t had “me time” in a long time.. I can’t wait to share this with you! I promise I don’t share this to brag – But, I have just experienced the most peaceful and enlightening hour of my life! And, I couldn’t have askedContinueContinue reading “Float Therapy for Stress and Anxiety Relief: First Time Experience!”

The Uninvited Guests: When Anxiety and Depression Knock

Head sinks into a pillow soaked with tears Heartbeat’s thumping in my ears Chest tightens Body is tense I can feel every muscle in my body contracting Scattered thoughts Nothing makes sense anymore In this present moment I’m reliving past pain And tormenting myself with worry of the future Drowning in overwhelming sadness Longing forContinueContinue reading “The Uninvited Guests: When Anxiety and Depression Knock”

5 Keys to Managing Stress and Letting Go of What We Can’t Control

Let’s continue our chat about stress management while pursuing our goals. I got married 3 weeks ago… The wedding was absolutely amazing and the honeymoon was wonderful! Since returning home, I’ve had to jump back into the swing of things while making adjustments along the way. My To-Do List has definitely gotten longer. Things likeContinueContinue reading “5 Keys to Managing Stress and Letting Go of What We Can’t Control”

Let’s Be Real: The Secrets of My Heart Exposed

Happy Thanksgiving Set Goals & Slay Family! I hope and pray you have a safe and amazing weekend 💕 I have some exciting new to share with you all. Today I’m doing a Black Friday Book Drop! Let’s Be Real: The Secrets of My Heart Exposed is now LIVE on Amazon in Paperback + E-bookContinueContinue reading “Let’s Be Real: The Secrets of My Heart Exposed”

The End: Hope After Wanting to End It All

I just wanted the pain to end.

For weeks, I’d been going through the motions, showing up where I was suppose to, when I was expected to, all the while hoping that someone would notice. I hoped that someone would notice the pain in my eyes or the strain in my smile. My smile was a mask to cover up the hurt and loneliness that I felt within.

The Purpose in Your Storm

When I graduated High School, I was so excited to begin my college experience at Grand Canyon University. During the first 2 years, I double majored in Music with an emphasis in voice and Psychology. I was pursuing a career in Music Therapy. After 2 years, I dropped my music courses because I was strugglingContinueContinue reading “The Purpose in Your Storm”

Remember Who You Are

His name was Christopher. And, every day he was sure to greet me by pinching my skin and stealing my pencils and various school supplies from inside my desk. I would squint my eyes and glare back at him, but I never said a word. Kindergarten – 2nd grade Some days it was more thanContinueContinue reading “Remember Who You Are”