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Gentle routines for an upside down world

I’ve been a little quiet the past couple of weeks, and I want to share why. I intentionally stepped back and took some deep, honest rest—and wow, I’m feeling so much more rejuvenated. I’m genuinely happy to be back here with you, back on social media, and back in newsletter land. 🌱

I imagine many of you have felt the call to take time for yourself before… and then the guilt creeps in. The shame. The voices that say “just push through” or “don’t stop now.” Maybe you listened to those voices—or maybe you found the courage to rest anyway, even though it went against the norm.

 

Believe me, I’ve done my fair share of pushing.

 

But if I’m being really honest, I’m coming to terms with the fact that there are historical mental health struggles in my family—and I’m not immune. That realization has taught me something important: it’s wise, and necessary, for me to truly show up for myself when I need it most.


It got dark.

 And I mean screaming, crying, what-does-any-of-this-even-mean kind of dark.

 

During those weeks, I held myself the way a loving mother holds her child—offering calm, steadiness, and safety. I leaned deeply into nervous-system-supporting routines. Simple practices that quietly told my body: you are safe, you are held, there is consistency here.

Those routines rebuilt trust with myself.

They reminded me that I will not abandon myself.

 

And here’s the thing—these are the very same routines I empower others to embody. When we create even one small, stable anchor in this upside-down world, we are actively taking care of ourselves. These routines may look subtle. They may seem unimpressive. But over time, they profoundly shape how we think, how we feel, and how we experience life.

 

With the pace of the world right now… we all need this.

 Routines that hold us. Routines that gently remind us: this too shall pass, and you are supported.

 

If you’re craving that long, loving hug from an attuned, nurturing presence, I invite you to reflect on these journaling prompts and reply back if you feel called:

 

  • What loving routines could you begin to implement in your life?

  • If those routines were already in place, how might your life feel different? 


I would truly love to know.

 

And if you are needing support on your healing journey, please know—I am here. 🤍

 


With Love,

Catherine

Wellness Mentor | Massage Therapist

ASL & English Sessions Available


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