A Non-Exhaustive List of The Most Loving Things You Can Do For Yourself
Self-love isn't a switch you flip on; it's a journey of exploration and acceptance. Here are some practices to cultivate lasting self-love:
Give your inner child what they craved when you were younger. This might involve creative expression, playtime, or simply feeling safe and loved.
Holistic Therapy for Overcoming Self-Abandonment and People-Pleasing with Paige Bond, LMFT
Read the full post here on Paige Bond’s website: Host, therapist, and non monogamy coach Paige Bond is joined by Sabrina Rodorigo, a licensed clinical social worker, yoga teacher, and Reiki practitioner.
Ever wondered why you get that pit in your stomach when you commit to something you secretly resented doing? Or feel like you go above and beyond in your relationships just to keep the peace? You might even feel guilty for resting on the rare occasion you do take care of yourself.
Sabrina shares how to release bodily emotions from childhood trauma, people-pleasing, self abandonment, and holistic healing. Sabrina shares insights into the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit and explains how modalities like yoga and Reiki can help in trauma recovery.
This episode also gets into setting boundaries, cultivating self compassion, and practical tips for balancing personal care with external demands. Tune in to learn actionable steps to create a healthier, more fulfilling life and relationships.
People Pleasing Has Little to Do with Keeping Others Happy
People-pleasing is an external attempt to prove your worthiness to another person. It may be hard for you to believe you are worthy, just as you are. We may consciously think “I don’t want to let this person down” or “If I say no, they will be mad, upset, disappointed, etc.” Because the idea was planted somewhere of “I’m not worthy” or “I am only worthy when I do xyz,” self-sabotage sets in to confirm these beliefs.
5 Signs Your Inner Child Needs Therapy
Your inner child holds onto all the experiences, positive and negative, from your younger years. Sometimes, these experiences can leave them feeling hurt, scared, or unseen. Cue your inner child acting out in relationships, at work, and more. Therapy can be a powerful tool to help you heal your inner child through validation, reparenting, and empowerment. So, how do you know if your inner child might benefit from therapy? Here are 5 signs to watch out for:
Conversations with Healers, Helpers, & Guides: Understanding Your Psychic & Intuitive Availabilities with Kat Rose Blume
Today, we are talking with Kat Rose Blume, a dear friend who is a psychic medium and mentor. She helps clients align with their intuition by empowering their journey with knowledge, tools & guidance. I have personally received readings from her and she has been instrumental in my journey. Her energy feels safe, nurturing, and expansive.
Conversations with Healers, Helpers, and Guides: Addressing Trauma and its Healing Process with Chantell Perez, LMHC
Today, we are talking with Chantell Perez, LMHC, a fellow therapist and dear friend. She guides others to embrace self love and heal through trauma.
Conversations with Helpers, Healers, and Guides is a monthly blog series from Holistic Healing and Wellness with Sabrina LLC with the intention of sparking conversation with other wellness professionals to share perspectives on different ways mind, body, spirit health can be supported.
Conversations with Healers, Helpers, and Guides: Tune Into Pleasure with Tatiana Meisenheimer, RMHCI
We are kicking off the series talking with Tatiana Meisenheimer, RYT-500, RMCHI, a counselor, fellow yogi, and one of my bestest friends. She guides others to feel and heal through body-centered and sex-positive therapy.
Holistic Therapy is Different Than What You’ve Done Before. Here’s Why:
Holistic therapy recognizes the intricate connection between your thoughts, emotions, and physical well-being. We dive deep into your inner world and understand the roots of your challenges. It’s not just about addressing symptoms, it’s about nourishing your entire being. It creates a deep connection within…
Things to Know about Trauma and Hyper-arousal
Hyperarousal is a state of heightened physiological and psychological activation in response to perceived threat or danger. It is one of the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and can be triggered by memories, thoughts, or stimuli that remind the individual of the traumatic event…
Things to Know about Hypo-arousal and Trauma
Hypoarousal is another symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and it is characterized by a state of emotional numbing, disconnection, and reduced physiological activation in response to perceived threat or danger. This state of underarousal can make it difficult for individuals with PTSD to experience pleasure, feel motivated, or connect with others…
Using the 5 Senses to Cope with Trauma Symptoms
Understanding how trauma can affect the senses is important in helping individuals with PTSD to develop coping strategies and seek appropriate treatment. Getting in touch with the 5 senses can be grounding and bring us back to the here and now…
Trauma and Healing: Psychotherapy and Alternative Practices.
There are many different trauma therapy modalities that have been developed to help individuals recover from traumatic experiences. It's important to find a qualified therapist or practitioner who is trained in the specific type of modalities that you feel will be most helpful for you and can provide appropriate guidance and support….
What is Trauma?
Trauma is a normal response to an abnormal experience. It involves psychological and emotional responses to an event or situation that is deeply distressing. These responses can continue to affect a person, even long after the event has passed. Anytime an event catches us off guard and leaves a distressing impression, it can be considered traumatic….