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When Words Feel Heavy: How to Communicate During Life’s Toughest Transitions
There are moments in life when words just… stop working. You know those times — when grief, loss, change, or uncertainty settle in, and suddenly even “how are you?” feels impossible to answer. Our minds scramble to find the “right thing” to say or the “right way” to feel, but nothing fits. It’s in those moments that communication — with ourselves and with others — starts to feel heavy. And that heaviness? It’s okay. It’s part of being human. When Talking Feels Too Hard Let’s

Angela Santana
6 days ago3 min read


You’re Not Broken, You’re Becoming: Reinventing Yourself After Divorce
Let’s just get this out of the way: you are not broken. I know — it might feel like it some days. Maybe most days. Divorce has a way of...

Angela Santana
Sep 13 min read


How to Turn ‘I Can’t’ Into ‘I’m Trying’: Reframing Self-Doubt for Growth
We’ve all been there. That moment when the words slip out: “I can’t.” Maybe it’s whispered quietly when you’re staring at a blank page,...

Angela Santana
Aug 13 min read


Reframing Mistakes: How to See Failure as Growth
Let’s be real: making mistakes feels terrible. Whether it’s a missed deadline, a harsh word you wish you could take back, or a...

Angela Santana
Jun 13 min read


5 Grounding Techniques to Calm Anxiety During Big Life Changes
Big life changes have a sneaky way of shaking everything up, don’t they? Even the good ones—new job, new relationship, moving to a new...

Angela Santana
May 13 min read


Emotional Honesty Isn’t Always Pretty—But It Might Save Your Relationship
Let’s just get it out there: emotional honesty isn’t always pretty. It’s not all cozy conversations by candlelight and perfect,...

Angela Santana
Apr 283 min read


The Connection Between Childhood Trauma and Physical Health: What to Know
Let’s start with something a little uncomfortable, but really important: our bodies remember things our minds try to forget. If you’ve...

Angela Santana
Apr 83 min read


Why Couples Counseling Isn’t Just for “Broken” Relationships
When people think of couples counseling, they often picture two people sitting on opposite ends of the couch, barely speaking, on the...

Angela Santana
Mar 103 min read


How to Reconnect with Your Identity Beyond Parenthood
Becoming a parent is one of the most transformative experiences anyone can go through. While the joy and love that come with parenthood...

Angela Santana
Feb 15 min read


Five Ways to Re-frame Negative Self-Talk into Positive Action
We all have that critical voice in our heads – the one that’s quick to judge, criticize, and sometimes even undermine our efforts....

Angela Santana
Nov 1, 20243 min read


Who Is EMDR Therapy Best Suited For?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a unique and effective therapy method originally developed to help people process...

Angela Santana
Oct 12, 20244 min read


Are You Setting Yourself Up for Burnout? The Unseen Damage of Perfectionism
Perfectionism can feel like a badge of honor. You might think it's driving you to work harder, be better, and achieve more. But what...

Angela Santana
Sep 25, 20244 min read
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