Tanya Dantus

Tanya Dantus Psychotherapist, Embodied Leadership & Self-Expression Coach + Author

09/26/2025

✨ Doing more doesn’t always make us stronger, sometimes it just keeps us stuck in our heads.
This clip is from years ago — my son (then much younger!) even pops in for a cameo 💜. I love watching this version of myself: playful, messy, not worried about being polished. Because the truth still holds, what gets us out of the spiral isn’t thinking harder, it’s flow. It’s moving, creating, laughing, doing what lights us up.

Your strength isn’t in perfection. It’s in presence.

👉 What’s your favorite way to drop into flow when you’re too in your head?

Sometimes doing more isn’t a sign of strength — it’s a sign your mind and body need a pause. 🌿✨ Poll Question: Do you pr...
09/25/2025

Sometimes doing more isn’t a sign of strength — it’s a sign your mind and body need a pause. 🌿

✨ Poll Question: Do you prioritize your mental health regularly?

Yes ☺️
No 😢

👉 Reflect honestly — awareness is the first step toward doing less and living better. 💜

Just like an umbrella shields you from the rain, protecting your energy helps you move through life’s challenges without...
09/25/2025

Just like an umbrella shields you from the rain, protecting your energy helps you move through life’s challenges without getting drenched or overwhelmed. 🌧️☂️

Creating boundaries and taking time for yourself isn’t selfish — it’s an act of strength and self-respect. 💜

👉 If this speaks to you, my space is always open for real conversation — link in bio.

💜 Feeling grateful to share this reflection from a client in my program:“This feels so good! Thank you for grandmotherin...
09/23/2025

💜 Feeling grateful to share this reflection from a client in my program:

“This feels so good! Thank you for grandmothering me into the program 🙏.”

Sometimes the most healing thing isn’t doing more — it’s being gently held and supported. That’s what allows growth to feel safe, steady, and sustainable. 🌿

👉 If you’ve been craving a space to feel supported in this way, you’re always welcome here. Link in bio to connect. 💜

When doing more starts to feel like it’s hurting you… it’s usually your nervous system trying to get your attention. Ove...
09/22/2025

When doing more starts to feel like it’s hurting you… it’s usually your nervous system trying to get your attention. Overworking, overcommitting, or constantly “pushing through” can leave your body tense, your mind racing, and your emotions on edge.

Taking time to pause, ground yourself, and tune in isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s an act of strength. 💜 Even small moments of mindful breathing, gentle movement, or simply slowing down can help your body reset, regain balance, and prevent burnout before it takes a bigger toll.

👉 If this resonates, DM me or book a free consult through the link in bio 💜. Let’s explore ways to restore balance and care for yourself in a sustainable way.

“You can’t heal what you keep calling ‘just how I am.’”Sometimes we confuse patterns with personality. But people-pleasi...
09/18/2025

“You can’t heal what you keep calling ‘just how I am.’”

Sometimes we confuse patterns with personality. But people-pleasing, overgiving, or shrinking yourself aren’t who you are — they’re survival habits. Healing begins the moment you stop excusing them and start seeing the truth. ✨

Have you ever mistaken a survival habit for your personality?

👉 Let’s connect and explore what authentic boundaries could look like for you — Link in Bio 💜

Sometimes the most honest conversations start on paper. ✍️💜When I write down the places I’ve said “yes” when I meant “no...
09/18/2025

Sometimes the most honest conversations start on paper. ✍️💜

When I write down the places I’ve said “yes” when I meant “no,” I can see the difference between real connection and people-pleasing.

Where in your life are you ready to trade false peace for genuine connection?

✨ You might even try journaling on this today — see what truths come through when you put pen to paper.

💜 I’m so touched by these words. Feedback like this reminds me why I do this work.Real connection isn’t about surface-le...
09/16/2025

💜 I’m so touched by these words. Feedback like this reminds me why I do this work.

Real connection isn’t about surface-level people-pleasing — it’s about authenticity, vulnerability, joy, and yes… laughter. That’s where true empowerment unfolds. ✨

Grateful for the clients and communities who let me walk alongside them on this journey. 🌿

👉 If this resonates and you’re craving authentic connection and boundaries that feel real, my space is always open — Link in Bio 💜

✨ Myth-Buster: People-pleasing isn’t kindness — it’s self-abandonment in disguise.True kindness honors both you and othe...
09/15/2025

✨ Myth-Buster: People-pleasing isn’t kindness — it’s self-abandonment in disguise.

True kindness honors both you and others. When you constantly say “yes” at the expense of your own well-being, you’re not being kind… you’re abandoning yourself.

Real connection comes from honesty, boundaries, and respect. 💜

✨ If this resonates, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’d love to hold space for you.

👉 DM me to connect, or book a free consult through the link in bio 💜

08/22/2025

Shame has a way of showing up quietly, guiding our reactions without us even realizing it. It can trigger fight, flight, freeze, or fawn—our body’s natural trauma responses. Noticing these patterns is the first step toward understanding ourselves, reclaiming our power, and responding with compassion instead of reacting automatically.

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel to explore this deeper.
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Happy to share this heartfelt reflection 💜It’s a reminder of the quiet yet powerful ways healing can unfold.⁠To witness ...
08/21/2025

Happy to share this heartfelt reflection 💜

It’s a reminder of the quiet yet powerful ways healing can unfold.⁠
To witness someone rediscover their creativity… to see old wounds begin to soften…⁠
It’s moving. It’s humbling. It’s why I do this work.⁠

So many carry the weight of routines, responsibilities, and expectations while feeling far from their truest self.⁠
This work isn’t about changing who you are.⁠
It’s about remembering.⁠
It’s about making space for your joy, your creativity, and your wholeness to return.⁠

If this resonates, let’s connect. 💜

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