Why You Prefer Animals Over People: It’s Not a Personality Quirk — It’s a Nervous System Adaptation Do you feel more comfortable with animals than with people?Do you find yourself softening instantly around a dog, melting into the presence of a horse, or feeling seen by a cat in a
Feeling Extra Emotional Lately? And Now Your Back Hurts? “Being Leaky” Might Explain Everything If you’re crying more, feeling tender, and your back suddenly flared—there’s a reason your body is reacting now. When your emotions start overflowing and a new ache suddenly appears in your body, most people chalk it
Healing Isn’t Giving Power Away — It’s Reclaiming It Many trauma survivors carry a hidden fear: “If I face my trauma, I’m letting my perpetrator win.” If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone—and there’s a different story waiting for you. Healing isn’t giving power away. Healing is power—it’s
Why “I Am Enough” Falls Flat—And How to Make It Finally Land In a world overflowing with motivational memes and affirmation quotes, the phrase “I am enough” is everywhere—Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest. But here’s the truth: for many people, those words don’t land. You might say them to yourself, hoping to
Beneath the Surface: Releasing Suppressed Emotions I’m Amy Wilson — a trauma-informed Introspective Breathwork® therapy practitioner. In my work, I explore what happens when we swallow emotions to “keep the peace” — how that impacts the brain, the nervous system, and even our health. And most importantly, how we can
When Loyalty Hurts: Recognizing and Releasing Toxic Attachments #BreakTheCycle People often praise loyalty as a noble trait—something that defines our character, our relationships, and our sense of self. But what happens when loyalty traps you? When staying loyal to someone, something, or some place starts to erode your well-being, your
Let’s start with this: Are emotions and feelings the same thing?Not quite. Emotions are the body’s immediate, instinctive reactions—like tension in your chest or a pit in your stomach. Feelings are how your brain interprets those emotions—like “worry,” “fear,” or “guilt.” When you understand what you’re feeling and where it’s
Unlocking Emotional Growth: A Deep Dive into Emotional Intelligence (EI), Emotional Maturity (EM), and Introspective Breathwork® Therapy As we navigate life, particularly in our 40s, emotional growth becomes essential for personal fulfillment, healthy relationships, and a balanced mindset. Two concepts often discussed in the realm of emotional growth are Emotional
Breaking the Cycle: Understanding and Healing Generational Patterns of Abandonment Family dynamics profoundly shape our lives. When parents struggle to fully accept or acknowledge their children, it can lead to emotional pain and insecurity that may persist for generations. This ripple effect often creates a cycle of disconnection. In this
How Formative Experiences Shape Adulthood: Understanding Emotional Patterns and the Path to Healing Formative experiences during childhood and adolescence significantly shape how individuals perceive themselves and the world around them. These early events, which occur during critical stages of emotional development, often leave lasting imprints on self-esteem, decision-making, and relationships.
