What is the biggest thing you’re struggling with today? Or lately? I’ll go first. For me, it’s been letting go of certain things that are out of my control. It brings about fear unconsciously even though I consciously know everything will be okay. Anytime it comes up, I sit with it, breathe through it and remind myself I am safe. It’s been less and less each day as new neural pathways are strengthening which is a nice sign of progress.

The “I am” statement can limit healing by fusing a disease or disorder to your core identity, making it feel permanent and part of who you are—like saying “I am anxious” or “I am depressed.” This reinforces a story of brokenness, submitting you to the condition and blocking your ability to move past it, as it claims ownership and weighs you down. Instead, reframe it as a temporary state: “I’m experiencing anxiety right now.” This sounds almost obnoxious and extra but if you feel the need to say something at all, reframing it in a way that detaches it from your identity is a key step in the right direction. It allows you to observe it objectively, let go of resistance, and open space for healing, recognizing you’re already whole at a deeper level. As we know, our thoughts, our words, they’re powerful. In practice, this fosters neuroplasticity, rewiring the brain to support recovery through affirming wholeness. For chronic conditions, acceptance doesn’t mean resignation—it empowers proactive steps. The biggest statement to claim and empower yourself is Ultimately, embody “I am whole,” drop the labels, and trust your body’s innate balance. Thoughts or feelings, or even questions! I’m here for it! 🥹🫶🏻🙌🏻

Something I’ve come to understand: even when you’re regulated and aware, negative thoughts or feelings still pop up, it’s normal. They’re like old echoes working their way out as you upgrade. The key isn’t stopping them (you can’t), it’s not feeding them. Acknowledge: ‘Oh, there you are, old stuff, not mine.’ Breathe, feel it for a sec, then let it float. Use whatever tool clicks, breath, affirmations, a quick walk, until it’s down to a 1 or 2 hum even zero if possible on a scale of 10. But lessening the feeling is key to moving through. No spiral, no control. The less you engage, the faster they fade. Everyone’s toolkit looks different; keep experimenting and trying to figure out what works for you. You’re not failing if they show up. You’re just human, and you’re moving through. ❤️

I hope everyone is having the best week! Thank you all for joining and being here! In two weeks I plan on doing a zoom session and anyone here is welcome! Just a general chat, bring any questions or ideas! I’m excited to meet everyone! 🤗✨

More people are slowly joining! I’m so excited to see where this community goes. Please feel free to post on the forum, it doesn’t just have to be me but that’s entirely okay too! Whatever yall are comfortable with! Share whatever is on your mind, good or bad! We’re here for it! ❤️🫶🏻 And please introduce yourself when you are ready! I will go first in another post! 🥳✨