When people say, “Just relax,” it can feel almost insulting. Like I would if I could. Because you want to rest. Your body is begging for it and needs it. But your mind has been trained to stay alert, productive, prepared, and responsible especially if you’ve spent years being the one others rely on. For Black people and women in particular who are high achieving, the eldest daughter, the “strong one”, this can feel like failure, like something you need to fix. You are not broken, you have been overlooked.

You're still the one everyone calls in a crisis. Being the eldest daughter didn’t end when you moved out, got a job, or started your own family. You’re still the one everyone calls when something goes wrong or when they need the answer; the first responder for your siblings, the emotional translator for your parents. And while you’re proud of being reliable, you’re also tired. This role wasn't chosen; it was assigned. Now it’s bleeding into every corner of your life.

The time of year can bring unique challenges of holidays boundary-setting: guilt, tradition, family pressure, limited time together making every interaction feel high-stakes, and the cultural narrative that family always comes first during holidays.

You've bought the self-care gifts. The weighted blanket. The essential oil diffuser. That beautiful journal you swore would change everything. Maybe someone even gave you emotional support gifts because they could see you struggling—crystals, bath bombs, a mug that says "You've got this."

Ever felt like therapy should be working… but somehow it’s not?
You’re showing up. You’re doing the work. But the progress? It feels stuck.

You’re not alone and you’re not doing it wrong.
In our latest blog, we’re unpacking 5 reasons therapy might not feel effective right now and what you can actually do about it. No shame. Just clarity, support, and next steps.

If the end of summer has you feeling more chaotic than centered, you’re not alone. While social media floods our feeds with "back-to-school energy" and productivity hacks, many women and moms are quietly navigating the emotional whiplash that seasonal transitions can bring. The pressure to bounce back, restart routines, and be “on” again can clash hard with the deeper need to rest, recalibrate, and root into rhythms that actually feel like you.

Impacts of Sleep on Mental Health

The end of pregnancy marks the beginning of motherhood and what should be a time of pure joy and happiness. Unfortunately, for some women, this joyful period is overshadowed by postpartum depression, a mood disorder that affects many new mothers following childbirth. Women experiencing PPD frequently report overwhelming fatigue, intense anxiety, and profound sadness, which can significantly impair their capacity to care for both their newborn and themselves.

Anxiety and depression are common mental health issues that exhibit similar symptoms and have similar treatments. It's completely normal to feel sad or anxious from time to time. But if those feelings linger, become more intense, or start interfering with your daily life, it may be time to seek support.

Spring is finally here—and with it comes blooming trees, warmer weather, and often, the subtle pressure to “start fresh.”