• Empath - Healthy Habits - lifestyle - Self-Love - Stress Management - Toxic Patterns - Wellness

    Taking Care of Your Well-being in a Toxic Workplace

    August 11, 2024 - By 

    Taking care of your well-being in a toxic workplace isn’t just about emotional and mental self-care—it’s also about looking after your physical health. This is where keeping track of your daily habits can make a significant difference. By monitoring your nutrition, exercise, and hydration, you can ensure that your body remains resilient, even when your surroundings are not. Self-care for empaths in toxic workplaces is essential, as they are particularly sensitive to the emotions and energies around them. Here are some practical strategies that can help: 1. Set Boundaries Physical Boundaries: Limit the time spent in close proximity to particularly…

  • Adulting - Diva Mindset - lifestyle - Self-Love - Stress Management

    Envious of Others Living Their Best Life?

    June 16, 2024 - By 

    You might feel uncontrollable envy over someone who seems like they have it all. Here are some straight-up reasons why you feel this way: 1. Comparing Yourself to Others: You keep looking at what others have and forget about what you’ve achieved. It’s a recipe for feeling bad. 2. Lack of Self-Confidence: When you don’t believe in yourself, it’s easy to think others are better. 3. Unfulfilled Dreams: Watching someone else live your dream can sting, especially if you’re not pursuing yours. 4. Fear of Missing Out (FOMO): Seeing others enjoy life while you feel stuck can trigger envy. 5.…

  • Diva Mindset - Self-Love - Soul Searching - Toxic Patterns

    Self Judgment is the Worst Trap: How to Break Free?

    June 13, 2024 - By 

    You’re feeling painfully embarrassed about your past choices, especially in relationships. You think people are judging you, and you can’t stop judging yourself. You won’t forgive yourself, and it’s eating you up inside. Here’s what you need to hear… Why You’re Stuck in Self-Judgment     1.     Fear of Judgment    : It feels like everyone’s focused on your mistakes, but the reality is, most people are preoccupied with their own lives and struggles.    2.     Perfectionism    : You’ve set impossibly high standards for yourself, which makes any misstep seem like a catastrophe. 3.     Negative Self-Talk   …

  • Affirmations - Self-Love - Toxic Patterns

    10 Reasons Why You Are Stuck in a Toxic Pattern and What You Can Do

    June 8, 2024 - By 

    Alright, let’s get down to it. You keep going back to toxic relationships and patterns, sticking to what’s comfortable even though it’s not good for you. Here’s why that’s happening and what you can do about it. Why You’re Stuck 1. Comfort Zone: You stick to what’s familiar because it’s predictable. Even if it’s bad, at least you know what to expect. 2. Fear of the Unknown: Venturing into new territory is scary because you don’t know what’s out there. 3. Low Self-Esteem: You might think you don’t deserve better or can’t find better, so you settle. 4. Unresolved Past…

  • Empath - Empathy - Self-Love

    Empaths: Navigating and Protecting Yourself from Narcissistic Relationships

    May 6, 2024 - By 

    Empaths possess a rare gift: the innate ability to absorb and intuit the emotions of others. This remarkable sensitivity equips them with what might be described as intuitive intelligence—a powerful tool that not only connects them deeply with others but also has the potential to reveal pathways to healing and wellness. However, this same sensitivity can make empaths vulnerable to toxic relationships, particularly those involving individuals with narcissistic tendencies. Understanding the Empath-Narcissist Dynamics Narcissists are characterized by a grandiose sense of self-importance and a deep need for excessive attention and admiration. They often lack empathy and exploit relationships for their…

  • Card Reading - Diva Mindset - Journaling - Manifesting - Peace of Mind - Self-Love - Stress Management - Writing

    Writing Exercise: Weaving Your Life’s Narrative to Feel Better

    April 21, 2024 - By 

    One of the most cathartic ways to heal from a bad experience is to write. And, where best to start but your own story. Whether it’s an origin story of sorts or you’re just pouring your thoughts into a journal at the end of a hard day, your effort to weave a life narrative is legitimate. Your Words Matter Words are more than mere combinations of letters. They vibrate, resonate, and carry frequencies that echo through the cosmos. When you’re telling your life story, what sort of frequencies are you emitting? Are you the victim or the hero? The dreamer…

  • Diva Mindset - Empathy - Self-Love

    Examples of How Self-love and Empathy are Connected

    March 21, 2024 - By 

     Let’s dive a bit deeper with some examples to show how self-love and empathy are connected and why they matter in our daily lives.   Examples of Self-Love 1.   Forgiving Yourself  : Imagine you bombed a test or made a mistake at work. Instead of beating yourself up, you remind yourself that everyone messes up sometimes. You take it as a learning experience and move on. 2.   Taking Care of Yourself  : You feel overwhelmed and stressed. Instead of pushing harder, you decide to take an evening off, watch your favorite movie, or spend time with friends, recognizing that it’s…

  • Empath - Empathy - Self-Love

    Self-Love and Empathy: How They Connect

    March 20, 2024 - By 

    Let’s talk about how loving yourself can help you understand and connect with others better. It sounds simple, but there’s a lot more to it when you dig deeper. What’s Self-Love? Self-love means being your own best friend. It’s about liking who you are, being kind to yourself, and not being too hard on yourself when things don’t go as planned. It’s not about thinking you’re better than everyone else; it’s about treating yourself with respect and kindness, just like you would treat a good friend. What’s Empathy? Empathy is when you can feel what someone else is feeling. It’s…

  • Self-Love

    Questions to Ask Yourself if Your Goal is Self-Love

    September 28, 2023 - By 

    On social media, the curated lives of others are on perpetual display. Thus, the concept of self-love has gained unprecedented attention. It’s a topic that resonates with students striving for self-actualization and parents hoping to instill a sense of self-worth in their children.  Yet, the journey towards self-love is often fraught with questions, some of which are deeply introspective and others that seek practical guidance.  Let’s delve into the most commonly asked questions about self-love, as found on the internet, and attempt to provide thoughtful answers that can serve as a roadmap for your personal journey. 1. What Does Unconditional…

  • Frugality - Security - Self-Love

    Self-love Means Tough Love: How Being Frugal Can Help You

    September 12, 2023 - By 

    Frugality as a self-love strategy? Think back to the wise words your parents used to impart: “You have to do this now for a better future.” While this advice was often given in the context of building a secure financial future, it holds a more profound truth.  Your new objective is to be frugal not just to secure your financial well-being but also to strive for a future devoid of unnecessary stress and anxiety. In the quest for security, whether it’s in relationships or finances, we often neglect the most critical aspect: loving ourselves.  Life isn’t about extravagant gestures or…