SHYNE Counseling and Consulting, LLC

05/24/2025

You taught them to lean on you…
But never taught them how to pour into you.
That’s not strength.
That’s martyrdom wrapped in resilience.
That’s trauma wearing lipstick and a smile.

💔 Being everything for everyone is not the flex it seems.
🛑 Protect your peace like you protect theirs.
✨ Real strength is reciprocal.

03/24/2025

People-Pleasing: The Hidden Form of Manipulation

People-pleasing might seem like kindness, but at its core, it’s often an attempt to control how others perceive us. When you overextend yourself, suppress your true feelings, and say “yes” when you mean “no,” you’re not being authentic—you’re curating an image to gain approval or avoid conflict. True connection comes from honesty, not self-sacrifice. You deserve to be seen for who you really are, not for the version of yourself you think others want. Speak your truth. Let go of the need to be liked.

12/25/2024

12/12/2024

Every day is an opportunity to design the person you want to be. Make intentional choices, take bold steps, embrace challenges, and create a life that feels authentically you.
Who inspires you to grow? Tag @ them!

11/01/2024

Being honest with ourselves is one of the most liberating things we can do for our mental and emotional well-being. When we’re honest about our strengths, weaknesses, desires, and fears, we open the door to real growth and personal transformation. Self-honesty brings clarity and leads us to make choices that align with who we truly are. Self-honesty also breeds authentic connections and greater understanding of who we are and who we want to become. Owning up to mistakes, vulnerabilities, and limitations aids us in bouncing back from setbacks and strengthens our ability to handle life’s challenges. Best of all, honestly with ourselves brings peace as we are no longer masking or pretending to be someone we are not! Self-honesty is not easy, but it is incredibly rewarding. So, let’s and embrace this lifelong gift we give to ourselves.

10/19/2024

“Not every battle is worth fighting. Sometimes, the best response is no response at all. Protect your mental energy by choosing peace over arguments. You don’t need to prove yourself to everyone—your peace of mind is more valuable. 🧘‍♂️✨

06/04/2024

Embrace who you are! Discover your divine purpose!!

02/19/2024

QOTW: Who do you want to impact? How do you want to make them feel?

Mantra: I impact others by living my life with intention and purpose

01/23/2024

Question of the week: Have you ever tried to rush through your process of forgiveness? What did you hope to attain?

Mantra: When I forgive you, you no longer define me!

01/15/2024

*Question of the week

How do you accept love?

Mantra: “I am worthy and deserving of love. I now allow myself to be loved.”