All tagged personal development
“Whenever we've talked about community of care, it's really been talking about how the systems have been built against us and how we're pushed to be independent, very productive.
And “self-care” is a form of just putting a bandaid on yourself when that's really not a way to have longevity within any sort of field; especially in something where you're caring for other people.”
"There are so many ways that we are living outside of some tiny little box that has been prescribed for us. When we try to shove ourselves into that box is when we begin to feel shame.”
"It’s doing what works for us in order to allow ourselves to move to the next place and to feel empowered and confident about that. I think fear is part of that. It’s our relationship with fear that allows us to determine our own destinies."
"Empathy is the precursor to kindness. It is not an act of kindness. It is your ability to understand the need for, or the awareness of an opportunity, to act kind.”
There’s nice…and then there’s fake nice. Which are you? The answer may be surprising!
Our next letter writer wants to know how to step into the role of step parent. Let’s talk about it!
Our first letter writer (yay!) asked about breaking intergenerational trauma patterns. Let’s get to it!
A new, free, remote, crushing-your-goals offering from solavis holistic!
Whether it’s January 1st or a random Tuesday, moving toward a better version of yourself is a beautiful thing. It’s not always going to be easy but it’ll certainly be worth it.
What you’re setting out toward is important - important enough to gather these resources, see what works for you toward your path, and keep putting one foot in front of the other.
Onward. Forward. Upward.
Reflecting back on this year is a confluence of emotions - we’ve all been through so much. It has been dark and heavy. And yet.
And yet, not all has been lost. Practicing gratitude, meaning making, and taking an inventory of the ways this year has brought growth, liberation, and a new sense of home.
check out this workshops - coming soon and in partnership with the Ellenville Public Library and Museum.
