Together From Afar

12/26/2025

I see how draining family gatherings can be — here are three simple, trauma‑informed boundary tools you can try today to restore your energy: 1) Set a clear time limit on visits and share it kindly, 2) Use a short, rehearsed phrase to pause conversations that feel unsafe, 3) Schedule 15–30 minutes afterward for a calming ritual just for you. These steps are respectful, practical, and meant to protect your emotional safety. If you want more support navigating family dynamics in Texas or Ohio, I’m here to help: https://wix.to/w349V2w 🌿💬 Please share which strategy you’ll try first.

12/25/2025

I see you — if today feels heavy, that's okay. Take one slow breath, place a hand over your heart, and name one small thing that feels steady or true right now. You don’t have to carry everything alone; choosing support is a sign of strength, not failure.
Visit https://wix.to/ZaV4mMa to book or learn more. You’re not alone.

12/23/2025

Holiday gatherings can stir up unexpected stress — I want to offer a simple, two-minute grounding practice you can use right before an event to steady your body and calm your mind. Start with a quick body scan: notice your feet, legs, hips, chest, shoulders and jaw, softening each area as you exhale. Then try paced breathing: inhale for 4 counts, hold 1, exhale for 6 — repeat twice. This combo reduces physiological arousal and helps you show up more present and connected. I teach evidence-aligned techniques like this in trauma-informed telehealth sessions, so you don’t have to go it alone. If you’d like more tools or support, I’m here. https://wix.to/AHbuLf0

12/15/2025

💬 “I’m ready!”

Today’s Life Step is Willingness to Grow — a shift from staying put to leaning into possibility.
It doesn’t mean you have to have all the answers. It simply means you’re open to what’s possible.

Read more: https://wix.to/4ayF3Hw

A pop art of a woman looking deep in thought the text "readiness change"

12/08/2025

💬 “Speak up!”

In Life Step 5—Honest Sharing—we move from private reflection into spoken truth.
It’s not about oversharing. It’s about sharing with someone safe so we don’t carry alone.
When we speak, our inner voice gets lighter and our connection grows. 🌿

Read more: https://wix.to/2xUzMmX

Pop art of step 5: honest sharing in colorful colors.

12/05/2025

I want to share a 60‑second breathing tool you can use between tense moments — at work, with kids, or anytime overwhelm creeps in. Sit or stand, place one hand on your belly, inhale for 4 seconds, hold 1 second, exhale for 6 seconds. Repeat twice. Expect a softening in your chest, steadier heartbeat, and clearer focus. Use it before a meeting, after a hard conversation, or when you need to pause and center. I teach simple practices like this alongside trauma‑informed telehealth support at Together From Afar to help you feel safer and more grounded. Try it now and share if it helped — learn more: https://wix.to/Cgdf04B

12/02/2025

I want to share one simple trauma‑informed idea: the “window of tolerance.” It’s the range where you can think, feel, and connect without getting overwhelmed or shutting down. If you’re in Texas juggling a busy workday or in Ohio calming kids after school, notice moments when your breathing quickens or you feel numb — that’s your window shifting. Pause, take one steady breath, name what’s happening, and choose one small, practical step (a glass of water, a short walk, a five‑minute check‑in with a loved one). I bring warmth, non‑judgment, and years of experience supporting adults and families through transitions — and I’d love to help you find steady, manageable ways forward. Learn more and book a consult: https://wix.to/QYsR1qo

12/01/2025

💬 “Look within!”

Today’s Life Step is Self-Reflection — the space where insight begins.
It’s the moment you pause and shine a compassionate light on your inner world. Not to criticize yourself, but to understand yourself.

Reflection turns patterns into information, and information into growth. 🌿

If you sat with yourself for just 5 minutes today…
What might you discover?

Read more about it here: https://wix.to/VqfASRC

Life Step 4: look within yourself

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, I’m holding space for your gratitude and your wounds with the same steady compassion. If today brings warmth, grief, or a mix of both, you’re not alone — I’m here to support your journey toward healing and connection. Visit https://wix.to/PNzusyq to learn more or reach out when you’re ready. Wishing you moments of calm and genuine connection today. 🧡🙏

11/27/2025

“Holiday survival kit: therapy, boundaries, and lots of yummy food!