Sarah Dang, LMHC, LSC

01/07/2026

TRAUMA SAYS: "I need to explain everything so they don't misunderstand me or get upset." HEALING SAYS: I will no longer explain myself out of fear.

How someone perceives my truth is a reflection of them. And if there's any misunderstanding, the RIGHT people will ask, not assume.

It's a shift in perspective, a paradigm change, a liberation from the chains of people-pleasing and approval-seeking.

It's recognizing that your worth isn't tied to someone else's understanding or validation. It's understanding that you don't owe anyone an explanation for your thoughts, feelings, or actions.

Healing says, "I trust myself, I trust my intentions, and I trust my boundaries." It says, "I will no longer justify, I will no longer defend, and I will no longer apologize for being me."

It's a declaration of freedom, a statement of self-love, and a testament to your growth. Keep shining your light, and let the right people ask, not assume.

12/15/2025

Ever experience someone who does this? What was it like for you?

11/29/2025

Come join us at Southport Presbyterian Church December 10 from 6-8pm fo Grief Share Surviving the Holidays seminar.

What to Expect:
• A warm welcome from people who understand your grief journey.

• A 35-minute video featuring practical holiday survival tips and stories from people who've faced the holidays after a loss.

• An opportunity to share your own experiences and listen to others, with no pressure to speak unless you feel comfortable.

• A personal copy of the GriefShare Holiday Survival Guide, filled with insightful tips to help you through the season.

Whether you're dealing with a recent loss or remembering a loved one who passed years ago, the holidays can reopen wounds and bring about a fresh wave of grief. But you don't have to go through it alone.

To learn more about the event, and to register, visit www.griefshare.org/holidays.

https://youtu.be/oRbij7m8sCg?si=TZsz3e3CN1A0vlzN

Find support during the holidays with GriefShare’s 2-hour event designed for those grieving a loss. Gain practical tips, watch a relatable video, and join small-group discussions to help navigate emotional triggers and social gatherings.

11/18/2025

Maybe you’re much more than “just” a HSP?

404.2K likes, 3573 comments. “1. A Harvard neurologist once told her class something that made half the room laugh — until she showed the scans. “People who cry easily,” she said, “have a faster emotional-processing loop than the general population.” Their mirror-neuron system fires quic...

09/20/2025

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08/10/2025

Im leading a GriefShare group starting 8/24 from 6-8pm. Below is some more info to give you an idea what the group is all about:

A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way.

Hope you join us!

GriefShare connects you with others who understand grief. Find hope and healing in this supportive group, which meets both online and in person, hosted by Southport Presbyterian Church.

02/16/2025

If you are looking for a practical guide to overcoming people pleasing this book is for you. It includes explanations of the behavior but not in the typical overwhelming way that many other books do, and it’s not so fluffy that the message is lost. 💯 recommended!

11/19/2024

It doesn’t have to stay integrated though. There are many therapies that can help. EMDR is one of those!