to my collection of heartfelt thoughts, reflections, and shared life stories. Here, you'll find insightful articles, thought-provoking perspectives, and practical strategies to inspire and uplift.
Have you ever noticed that sometimes your heart races in response to an immediate threat, like swerving to avoid a car accident, while other times it pounds for seemingly no reason at all, perhaps while you're lying in bed at night worrying about tomorrow's presentation? You've just experienced the fundamental difference between fear and anxiety, two emotional responses that feel similar but serve very different purposes in our lives.
Depression doesn't just affect the person experiencing it, it quietly weaves itself into the fabric of relationships, changing dynamics in ways that can leave both partners feeling lost and alone. As a holistically trained Counsellor who has walked alongside my own partner and his journey with depression, I understand this reality from both sides of the couch. When I say depression is a thief, I'm not being dramatic. I've watched it steal joy, energy, and a sense of purpose f