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identity

Your Place in This World

Pull up a chair. Sit by the fire. You’re not alone here. In fact, you’re in the quiet company of so many others who have asked the same aching questions:  Who am I?  Why do I feel so lost?  What is my role in this life?


This section is a gentle space for exploring the deep, human puzzle of identity—not just what we do or how we look, but who we are underneath the stories we’ve inherited, the masks we wear, and the roles we've been taught to play. It’s for the moments when you don’t quite fit, when your reflection doesn’t match your inner world, when life feels noisy and your inner voice has grown quiet.  Here, we explore everything from confidence, self-worth, and career confusion to sexuality, loneliness, tribal roles, and relationship patterns shaped by childhood or trauma. This isn’t about fixing yourself—it's about remembering who you are, reclaiming your space, and beginning to navigate life in a way that feels real to you.

Most Importantly - you don't need to Go It Alone.

This is a space to walk together. I’m not a licensed therapist, but I’ve traveled many of these paths myself. If you feel called, I’d be honored to walk beside you—not to diagnose or fix, but to listen, to hold space, and to help you explore these resources in a way that speaks to your real, lived experience.

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The most common form of despair is not being who you are.


— Søren Kierkegaard

articles & resources

Loneliness

Purposelessness & Loss of Meaning

Purposelessness & Loss of Meaning

"The eternal quest of the human being is to shatter his loneliness."


Loneliness isn’t simply about being alone—it’s about feeling unseen, unheard, and disconnected from meaning. This space explores the roots of that ache and offers ways to reconnect with yourself and others in more genuine ways.

Loneliness

Purposelessness & Loss of Meaning

Purposelessness & Loss of Meaning

Purposelessness & Loss of Meaning

"He who has a why to live can bear almost any how." — Friedrich Nietzsche


When we lose our sense of purpose, even the smallest task can feel heavy. Here, we explore how to reconnect with a deeper ‘why’ and reignite meaning, even in the middle of uncertainty.

Purpose & Meaning

Perfectionism & Self-Criticism

Purposelessness & Loss of Meaning

Perfectionism & Self-Criticism

 “Why do I feel like I’m never good enough?”


Perfectionism is a top struggle in identity formation and burnout cycles. 

Perfectionism & Self-Criticism

Identity

Confidence, Self-Esteem & Feeling Worthy

Perfectionism & Self-Criticism

Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it.


This is about who you are beneath the roles you’ve been given. We dive into the question of identity—where it comes from, how it changes, and how you can begin to claim it for yourself.

Idendity

Confidence, Self-Esteem & Feeling Worthy

Confidence, Self-Esteem & Feeling Worthy

Confidence, Self-Esteem & Feeling Worthy

"With realization of one's own potential and self-confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world." — Dalai Lama. 

You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody. — Maya Angelou


Confidence isn't something you're born with—it's something you build.  So many of us spend our lives trying to earn our worth. Here, we look at how to nurture inner belief through compassion, courage, and small steps forward. 

Confidence, Self Esteem, Worthyness

Lack of Fulfillment & Satisfaction

Confidence, Self-Esteem & Feeling Worthy

Confidence, Self-Esteem & Feeling Worthy

You can have everything and still feel like something is missing.


This section explores the quiet emptiness that sometimes follows external success, helping you tune in to what truly brings inner fulfillment, not just surface achievement.

Fulfillment & Satisfaction

Feeling Lost & Confused (Coming Soon)

Not Fitting In / Not Finding Your ‘Thing’ (Coming Soon)

Feeling Lost & Confused (Coming Soon)

"Not all those who wander are lost". — J.R.R. 


Sometimes getting lost is part of finding a more honest direction. This space honors the in-between, the wandering, and the messy middle when the path ahead isn’t clear.

Failure & Fear of Failure (Coming Soon)

Not Fitting In / Not Finding Your ‘Thing’ (Coming Soon)

Feeling Lost & Confused (Coming Soon)

There is no innovation and creativity without failure. Period. — Brené Brown


Failure isn’t a flaw—it’s a teacher. We explore how to reframe your relationship with failure and use it as a stepping stone toward resilience and growth.

Not Fitting In / Not Finding Your ‘Thing’ (Coming Soon)

Not Fitting In / Not Finding Your ‘Thing’ (Coming Soon)

Not Fitting In / Not Finding Your ‘Thing’ (Coming Soon)

"When you’re different, sometimes you don’t see the millions of people who accept you for what you are".— Jodi Picoult


If you’ve never quite found your place or your people, you’re not alone. This section explores the gift of being different and how to begin forging a path that reflects your true self.

Loss of Innocence or Hope (Coming Soon)

Imposter Syndrome (Coming Soon)

Not Fitting In / Not Finding Your ‘Thing’ (Coming Soon)

"Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." — Desmond Tutu


When life hardens us, it can feel like our innocence—and hope—slips away. This space is for gently rediscovering light, even after what felt like breaking.

People-Pleasing & Boundary Issues (Coming Soon)

Imposter Syndrome (Coming Soon)

Imposter Syndrome (Coming Soon)

 “Why can’t I say no? Why do I care so much what people think?”


Tied to self-worth, trauma, and social conditioning. 

Imposter Syndrome (Coming Soon)

Imposter Syndrome (Coming Soon)

Imposter Syndrome (Coming Soon)

 “Why do I feel like a fraud even when I'm doing well?”


Common among high achievers and creatives who struggle with internal validation. 

We are not what happened to us, we are what we choose to become.


— Carl Jung

coming soon....

Fear of Rejection / Abandonment

Comparing Yourself to Others (Social Media Pressure)

Comparing Yourself to Others (Social Media Pressure)

 “Why do I feel terrified of being left or disliked?”


A common driver in relationship patterns and people-pleasing. 

Comparing Yourself to Others (Social Media Pressure)

Comparing Yourself to Others (Social Media Pressure)

Comparing Yourself to Others (Social Media Pressure)

 “Why does everyone else seem ahead of me?”


Especially important for younger audiences navigating digital identity. 

Shame & Guilt Around Who You Are

Comparing Yourself to Others (Social Media Pressure)

Feeling “Too Much” or “Not Enough”

 “How do I let go of past mistakes or stop hating myself?”


Deep identity wounds often hide behind guilt or moral self-judgment. 

Feeling “Too Much” or “Not Enough”

Feeling “Too Much” or “Not Enough”

Feeling “Too Much” or “Not Enough”

 “Why do I always feel like I’m too intense or never quite enough?”


Especially common in neurodivergent, empathic, or creative individuals. 

Gender Identity & Fluidity

Feeling “Too Much” or “Not Enough”

Authenticity vs. Approval-Seeking

 “What if I don’t feel like I fit in any gender box?”


Many are quietly exploring these questions without support. 

Authenticity vs. Approval-Seeking

Feeling “Too Much” or “Not Enough”

Authenticity vs. Approval-Seeking

 “How do I stop pretending to be someone I’m not?”


A major theme in midlife redefinition and post-religious deconstruction. 

Adoptee or "Outsider" Identity Struggles

Navigating Neurodivergence (Late-diagnosed ADHD, Autism, etc.)

Role Conflict (Caregiver vs. Individual Identity)

 “Why do I always feel like I don't belong, even in my own family?”


Especially relevant for adoptees or people raised in drastically different cultural or value systems. 

Role Conflict (Caregiver vs. Individual Identity)

Navigating Neurodivergence (Late-diagnosed ADHD, Autism, etc.)

Role Conflict (Caregiver vs. Individual Identity)

 “Who am I beyond the roles I play—parent, partner, provider?”


Midlife women and caregivers often seek space to rediscover their individual identity.  

Navigating Neurodivergence (Late-diagnosed ADHD, Autism, etc.)

Navigating Neurodivergence (Late-diagnosed ADHD, Autism, etc.)

Navigating Neurodivergence (Late-diagnosed ADHD, Autism, etc.)

 “I think differently—am I just odd?”


Surging in online searches as many adults seek to understand themselves outside the neurotypical model. 

What do you struggle with?

If you have your own questions or struggles please reach out to me I'd love to hear from you. I'm always looking for ideas for articles that address real things that people like you are dealing with. Your ideas input and inspiration are truly valuable and can help other people dealing with the same things.

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Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.


— Howard Thurman

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