create defiant peace

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We tell ourselves we’ll start later—once the anxiety eases, the house is clean, the schedule clears, or we finally feel “ready.” But here’s what I’ve learned—both in my own life and in the lives of the clients I work with every day: waiting for the perfect time is a trap. It keeps you stuck. And […]

June 24, 2025

How to Stop Waiting for the “Perfect Time” to Live Your Life

Affirmations, Compulsions, OCD and Anxiety Basics, Recovery Tips

There are days when just getting out of bed feels like a win. When your brain is spinning, your body is tired, and the demands of parenting feel like too much. I’ve been there—not just as a therapist, but as a mom who knows what it’s like to show up for her child while running […]

Parenting Overwhelm: How to Show Up for Your Kids Even on Hard Days

June 10, 2025

Affirmations, Compulsions, OCD and Anxiety Basics, Parenting, Recovery Tips