Pursuing pleasure is often frowned upon in strict religious communities. What would life look like if you learned to embrace curiosity and made pleasure a habit?

What counts as trauma? Are only certain experiences considered traumatic? How do you accept that something was traumatic for you if it doesn’t “look like” trauma?

When you’ve grown up believing there was “one right way,” it can be difficult to learn a more balanced and nuanced way of viewing the world. Practicing dialectic thinking can help.

Deciding what to do for Easter, if anything, can be a complicated question for former Christians. Finding new traditions can be an important part of healing for some folks.

Rediscovering yourself after leaving high-control religion can be a process. Try taking yourself on a date to get to know yourself again, and remember it’s okay to take it slow and change your mind along the way!

For many people who grew up going to church religiously, the decision to go less often or stop going completely can feel strange and guilt-inducing. So how do we embrace the idea of ditching church for Sunday brunch and allow ourselves the freedom to enjoy ourselves?

Doubting the beliefs you’ve grown up with is common. For many people, asking tough questions about what they’ve been taught is a normal part of growing up. But for those who have grown up in highly controlled environments, asking tough questions can be scary and confusing.

If you grew up in church and feel guilty about not “doing enough” when it comes to maintaining daily devotions, it might be time to consider how shame and perfectionism are keeping you stuck.

For many folks, curiosity and thoughts that don’t fit the mold can feel uncomfortable or scary. But what would happen if you stopped trying to “take your thoughts captive” and let your curiosity out to play?

Setting New Year’s resolutions isn’t always all it’s cracked up to be. What if this year, you looked back and celebrated your progress and where you are instead?

For people susceptible to sensory overwhelm, the holidays can be an especially triggering time of year. Plan for a successful holiday by recognizing and honoring your sensory needs.

Family gatherings often lead to awkward, insensitive, or just plain rude questions from family members. Practicing how you’ll handle them is key when planning your next family event.

For many people it can be a tough choice to head home for a visit during the holiday season. Use these questions to help you decide if keeping the tradition alive is worth it for you.

“What’s your relationship status?”  Is this a dreaded question, or a welcomed onramp to gushing about your lover?  The word “relationship” is often loaded with meaning, whether we are single or in one.

Emerging from pandemic hibernation comes with a unique set of challenges. You are not alone in the distress of wondering what “normal” will look like.