by Sondra Haley | Mar 22, 2025 | Boundaries, Personal Growth, Relationships, Self Reflection, Self-Empowerment, Self-Worth, Therapy
We’re told guilt is noble. That it’s proof of conscience, of love, of duty. But let’s call it what it often is: a parasite feeding off expectations that no longer serve us. Especially in parenting You raised your kids. Fed them. Fought for them. Sacrificed pieces of...
by Sondra Haley | Feb 26, 2025 | Boundaries, Gaslighting, Manipulation, Relationships
***the image of this article is symbolic in that it is a heart made of beautiful red roses gradually transforming into dark, thorny vines. It captures the contrast between romantic illusion and hidden entrapment. Love should feel like a slow-burning fire—steady, warm,...
by Sondra Haley | Feb 24, 2025 | Assertiveness, Boundaries, Relationships, Self-Empowerment, Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, Therapy
Life doesn’t care about your plans. It throws unexpected losses, betrayals, and failures your way without warning. Some people crumble under the weight of hardship—but others? They use it to fuel their rise. Every setback holds a choice: Stay down or level up. The...
by Sondra Haley | Feb 24, 2025 | Boundaries, EMDR Therapy, Self-Empowerment, Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, Therapy
When people think about therapy, they often imagine sitting on a couch, unpacking childhood wounds, and diving deep into past experiences. While understanding your past can be an important part of healing, therapy is not just about where you’ve been—it’s...
by Sondra Haley | Feb 17, 2025 | Assertiveness, Boundaries, Gaslighting, Manipulation, Relationships, Self-Esteem
Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation that can leave victims feeling confused, doubting their own reality, and struggling with self-esteem. When someone—especially a parent, partner, or authority figure—repeatedly denies your experiences, rewrites...
