Many people think of trauma as the result of a major, life-threatening event, but it can also come from seemingly small childhood experiences—things that, at the time, might have felt like just a bad day or a tough moment. Over time, if these experiences aren’t dealt with, they can shape how we see ourselves, interact with others, and handle stress as adults.

This is where Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy comes in. EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that helps people process distressing memories and ease the emotional impact. If childhood experiences are affecting you today, EMDR could be a powerful tool to help you heal and move forward.

Many women, especially moms put themselves at the bottom of their own priority list. Between raising children, managing the household, maintaining relationships, and balancing careers, self-care often becomes an afterthought. We tell ourselves that there’s no time, we’ll rest later, that our needs can wait.

But the truth is, they can’t, and they shouldn’t.

Anxiety is a common mental health challenge, affecting millions of adults worldwide. It can show up as excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, or an overwhelming sense of fear. While anxiety can arise from various factors—such as genetics, life stressors, and trauma—one often overlooked cause is unresolved childhood issues. 

Experiences from our childhood shapes how we see the world, regulate emotions, and form relationships. When childhood pain isn’t dealt with, it can show up as anxiety in adulthood, sometimes without us even realizing where the anxiety is coming from.

Sleep is essential for a person’s well-being, yet many of us don’t get nearly enough of it. We live in a society that glorifies hustle culture—we work long hours, stay up scrolling for hours, and it all takes a toll on our sleep and overall health. Not getting enough sleep affects everything—our mood, cognitive function, immune system, and even our lifespan.

Some may find it difficult to fall asleep, while others wake up frequently throughout the night. And then there’s the cruel cycle: the more we stress about not sleeping, the harder it becomes to doze off. The good news? There are proven strategies to improve sleep quality and fall asleep more easily and many don’t require medication or drastic lifestyle changes.