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How to Reflect on the Year Without Spiralling Into Shame
As November winds down, reflection begins. We ask: “Did I do enough this year?” “Why am I still stuck in the same patterns?” “Was any of this progress?” But reflection doesn’t have to be a shame spiral. It can be a gentle inventory —a practice of noticing what’s changed, what stayed the same, and what still needs tending. The Problem With End-of-Year Reflection We often evaluate our lives using productivity metrics: weight loss, career milestones, income, relationship status.
Angela van den Heuvel
6 hours ago1 min read
Holiday Pressure Starts Early—Here’s How to Protect Your Peace
For some, the holidays are joyful. For others, they’re overwhelming—even painful. And that stress doesn’t wait until December. It starts creeping in around mid-November: Family expectations Travel planning Financial anxiety Grief for those missing from the table Social obligations that feel more like pressure than pleasure This time of year can trigger burnout before the season even begins. What You Can Do to Stay Grounded: Set boundaries early. Saying “no” now protects your
Angela van den Heuvel
Nov 201 min read
Why Self-Compassion Hits Different in the Cold Months
Self-compassion often gets treated like a luxury—something soft, optional, even indulgent. But in reality, it’s a mental health survival skill —especially in colder, darker months. Winter is approaching. The days are shorter. Your energy might be dropping. You may feel “off” without understanding why. This is the perfect time to shift how you talk to yourself. Most of us default to self-criticism: “I should be doing more.” “Why am I so tired?” “Everyone else is handling life
Angela van den Heuvel
Nov 131 min read
November Blues: Why This Month Feels Heavy—and How to Handle It
November is often overlooked in mental health conversations—sandwiched between the glow of autumn and the chaos of the holidays. But for many, this month feels heavy . The sunlight fades. The days shorten. The warmth of October turns cold. It’s a slow, creeping shift that can quietly impact your mood. Common Emotional Experiences in November: A drop in motivation or energy Loneliness, especially with holidays approaching Resurfacing grief (especially if you’ve lost someone in
Angela van den Heuvel
Nov 61 min read
Forgiveness Is a Form of Self-Respect: Letting Go for Your Own Peace
Forgiveness is one of the most misunderstood emotional practices. It’s not about forgetting. It’s not about condoning. It’s not even...
Angela van den Heuvel
Oct 291 min read
Wearing Masks: The Emotional Cost of Pretending You’re Okay
October is full of costumes and masks. But many of us wear them all year long. We smile when we’re hurting. We say “I’m fine” when we’re...
Angela van den Heuvel
Oct 221 min read
Shadow Work: What Happens When You Finally Face What You’ve Been Avoiding?
October often brings up themes of darkness—longer nights, shadowed trees, Halloween imagery. But what about the shadows inside us? In...
Angela van den Heuvel
Oct 151 min read
October Is the Month of Turning Inward: Why Slowing Down Is Not Giving Up
As the leaves begin to fall and nature slows its pace, we’re invited to do the same. October whispers what summer shouted: it’s okay to...
Angela van den Heuvel
Oct 81 min read
Letting Go to Move Forward: What Fall Teaches Us About Emotional Release
As the leaves begin to fall, nature shows us something powerful: letting go is a form of growth. Too often, we hold on—out of fear,...
Angela van den Heuvel
Sep 301 min read
Connection Is a Coping Tool: The Mental Health Power of Being Seen
In our busiest, most overwhelmed moments, our first instinct is often to isolate. “I don’t want to be a burden.” “I just need to deal...
Angela van den Heuvel
Sep 231 min read
Regulate, Don’t Suppress: What Your Emotions Are Trying to Tell You
Most of us are taught to manage our emotions. But often that turns into suppressing them. We push through. We bottle up. We tell...
Angela van den Heuvel
Sep 161 min read
Digital Overload: Is Your Phone Quietly Draining Your Mental Health?
You check your phone in the morning. You scroll during lunch. You fall asleep to the blue glow of TikTok, YouTube, or reels. You’re not...
Angela van den Heuvel
Sep 91 min read
The September Shift: Why Transitions Stir Up Big Emotions
As summer fades and the air gets crisper, we’re reminded that life is always moving—forward, onward, inward. September brings a subtle...
Angela van den Heuvel
Sep 21 min read
Back-to-School Anxiety Isn’t Just for Kids
The smell of fresh notebooks. The crunch of new schedules. The countdown to fall. For some, back-to-school season brings excitement. For...
Angela van den Heuvel
Aug 282 min read
Men and Mental Health: Breaking the Silence, Reclaiming Strength
We’ve heard it all before. “Man up.” “Don’t cry.” “You’ve got to be strong.” For generations, these messages have been passed down to men...
Angela van den Heuvel
Aug 211 min read
When Summer Isn’t Sunny: Understanding Seasonal Depression in Warm Months
For many people, summer is a time of joy—beaches, BBQs, sun-drenched vacations, and longer days. But for others, the season brings...
Angela van den Heuvel
Aug 142 min read
The Power of Tiny Wins: How Small Victories Build Mental Resilience
We live in a world obsessed with big milestones—graduations, promotions, transformations. But what if the secret to mental strength...
Angela van den Heuvel
Aug 72 min read
Small Acts of Self-Kindness for Big Mental Shifts
Self-care has been turned into a buzzword. It’s often linked to bubble baths, face masks, or expensive retreats. But real healing? It...
Angela van den Heuvel
Jul 311 min read
The Mental Load of Summer for Parents
Summer is often portrayed as a dreamy time for families—endless memories, ice cream cones, beach trips, and bedtime stories under the...
Angela van den Heuvel
Jul 242 min read
When Everyone's Smiling but You're Struggling: Summer Sadness Is Real
Summer: the season of sun, patios, road trips, and "good vibes only." It seems like everyone’s outside laughing, glowing, and snapping...
Angela van den Heuvel
Jul 172 min read
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