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Life has a way of testing us, doesn’t it? Sometimes, the weight of our past and the hurdles ahead feel overwhelming. But here’s the truth I’ve come to embrace: courage isn’t about never feeling afraid. It’s about feeling that fear and still choosing to move forward. Today, I want to share with you some heartfelt insights and emotional resilience strategies that have helped me—and countless others—build the strength to face life’s challenges head-on. If you’re walking through

The phrase "You are loved" may seem simple, almost ordinary. Yet, when spoken with intention and shared in a circle of others that feel safe, it can unlock deep emotions and transform hearts. This is exactly what happened to me during a session at Vitalist School. As I sat among our community, we took turns telling one another, "You are loved." I cried and cried, overwhelmed by the power of those words. This experience revealed how profound and healing a simple truth can be

For those who carry a history of trauma, this concept can take on many forms. Sometimes, courage looks as simple—and as monumental—as getting out of bed in the morning, even when that one action feels impossible. Maybe you rise because you feel you’re supposed to… only to realize you don’t see anything meaningful waiting for you in the day ahead. Or at least, that’s how it feels. Let’s imagine you do get up. You shower, get dressed, drive to work, and go through the motions.