livvying my life!

It’s so easy to fall into the trap of caring too much about how others see us. We notice every glance, every comment, every tiny judgment, and we let it weigh on us. We dilute our self-esteem without even realizing it, absorbing negativity we’re too afraid to ignore. But here’s the thing: if someone is putting energy into trying to tear down your confidence, that says something about them, not about you. You’re already winning. You’re showing up, you’re being seen, and that’s powerful. Life moves fast, and as moms, partners, workers, or caregivers, we’re always giving. We give to everyone else, and sometimes it feels like there’s nothing left for us. That autopilot mode becomes our default: we rush from task to task, forget to breathe, and start measuring our worth by how much we do or how well we do it. But surviving like that isn’t living. Feeling human again starts with noticing that pattern. Slow down. Even for a minute. Take a deep breath. Stretch. Sit in silence. Let yourself pa...