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Licensed Psychologist based out of Miami, Fl who loves inspiring, and promoting spiritual and emotio

Licensed Psychologist based out of Miami, Fl who loves inspiring, and promoting spiritual and emotional growth. | �786-571-7117

08/29/2025

🎶August slipped away into a moment in time. Here’s a little scroll through my favorite saves from August.

May one of these give you the deep breath you’ve been needing.

Wishing you peace as we close out the month. 🤍

08/28/2025

Quarterly reminder: Growth is uncomfortable, so much so that some people resist it entirely. Instead of leaning into change, they might feel defensive and even blame you for their discomfort.

Pause and reflect. Why are you so invested in helping them change? Shifting your focus inward can be powerful. Instead of trying to manage someone else’s journey, channel that energy into your own growth and peace.

Focus on your development. Surround yourself with people who inspire and support positive change, and let go of the expectation that others will meet you where you are.

When you release those expectations, you create space for peace and for relationships that feel mutual, supportive, and uplifting.

Notice. Reflect. Let them be. 🤍

08/27/2025

I’ve always been a big believer in attachment theory, and what we’re seeing with Taylor and Travis is a clear example of why it matters. Of course, we don’t know the full story behind closed doors, but based on what we’ve been shown, it looks like a relationship rooted in secure attachment. We’ve watched Taylor spend years writing about heartbreak and longing, and now what we see is a love that feels mutual, steady, and joyful. What is being modeled here is safety, attunement, and the freedom to be fully yourself and that’s why it resonates so deeply!

I know we don’t actually know these people, and most of us are projecting onto them based on what we see. But we’re always projecting onto others in some way. The difference here is that this projection is sparking something positive, it’s joy that’s being shared by hundreds of thousands, maybe even millions of people. And in challenging times, a little more joy is something we could all use. 🥹🫶♥️

So if seeing this celebration of two people in love feels triggering instead of uplifting, that may be a sign there’s some healing left to do. My invitation is to notice that, and to see it kindly.

08/26/2025

Here’s what I’d tell you if we were having coffee and your teen just started high school…

High school is messy, but it’s also full of moments you’ll look back on and say, “That’s when we got closer.” The next few years aren’t about control. They’re about guiding with steady hands while they practice wobbling into adulthood.

Reminder that you’d like rather see your teen practice (and yes, make mistakes) at home under your guidance, than wait until they’re 18, out of the house, and navigating college without a safety net.

And even when they push you away, stay connected anyway. That tether is what steadies them when everything else feels unsteady. 🫶♥️

08/25/2025

People who believe others will like them actually show up more open, more warm, and more willing to connect.And research shows that it works.

Studies have consistently found that people underestimate how much others like them after interactions short or long, one-on-one or in groups. And when we believe others are open to us, we behave in ways that actually make that true.

So as your kids step into new classrooms, new dorms, or new friend groups… remind them of this.And remind yourself, too.

They’re not just hearing you. They’re watching you navigate your own social world at drop-off, at work, in your texts and phone calls. Kids need that mindset.
But they also need to see it in action.

Here’s your gentle nudge to lead with openness. 🫶♥️ save and share this post with someone who needs to hear it.

08/22/2025

The way our kids talk to themselves matters more than we realize.

When we teach them a growth mindset, we give them tools to see effort as growth, mistakes as lessons, and challenges as opportunities.

Research from Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck (highly recommend her book and Masterclass, btw) shows that kids who believe their abilities can grow don’t just perform better in school, they also handle setbacks with more confidence and resilience.

🤍As this school year begins, imagine the difference it makes when kids know they’re not “bad at math” or “just not smart enough,” but instead, still learning.

Also, we as parents benefit from these same skills too. If you’ve caught yourself thinking, “I haven’t been good at teaching my child this,” reframe it immediately to: “I’m learning how to teach this better.”

That shift is powerful for us and for them. 🫶🤍

08/20/2025

Never in history have parents been asked to raise kids with this level of pressure and this little support. Our systems aren’t designed to catch us. Some of us are expected back at work just six weeks after giving birth. Others are juggling unrealistic demands with no built-in village to lean on.

So the responsibility falls on us to create what doesn’t exist and build our own support systems. That means being mindful of the areas where we need help and being intentional about connection. Sometimes support looks like a friend who listens when you need to vent. Sometimes it’s someone you can rely on to step in when you’re overwhelmed. And sometimes it’s you showing up for someone else, because reciprocity is what makes a community work.

I know it feels like one more thing to think about when your plate is already full. But the truth is, we can’t do this alone, even when we feel like we have no other choice. We need each other. We need to find ways back to community. 🤍

08/18/2025

We can tell our kids all the right things, but if our lives don’t line up, the words fall flat. Kids don’t need perfect parents, but they do need consistent ones. They’re not listening for lectures, they’re watching for how we live.

No pressure though😅🤣🤍

08/15/2025

Right around this time of year, I hear the same complaint from parents over and over: “My child melts down the minute they get home.”

This is what’s known as after-school restraint collapse. Kids spend all day holding it together at school, managing rules, peers, teachers, and new routines. The minute they see you, their safe person, all that pent-up emotion spills out.

Yes, it’s a lot to hold space for, but it’s not personal. Our job in that moment is to help them regulate, not match their intensity. Create a calm environment, offer connection, and give them time to move through it.

The start of the school year is a huge adjustment for them and for us. With time, routines settle, emotions even out, and things feel easier again. 🫶 reminder—We can do hard things!!

🤍Need extra support? Click the link in my bio to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation, and share this with a parent who might need the reminder.

08/14/2025

Preach, Taylor, preach!

🧡Our energy is one of our most valuable resources, and we don’t have to give it away to just anyone. Protect it. Invest it in the people, projects, and moments that actually deserve it. We need to teach this to our kids early on. Tell them that their attention, care, and time are precious, and it’s okay to save it for the people and things that truly matter. Teach them to take feedback only from those who matter, those who have invested in them, who care genuinely, and whose opinions are rooted in support. The energy we give is always up to us, and learning that young helps them set healthy boundaries, respect themselves, and value their own worth. 🫶🧡

08/12/2025

Back-to-school can feel tough for kids and parents. It’s important to remind ourselves that hard doesn’t always mean bad. It often means new, and new takes adjustment. It’s normal if you feel nervous, unsure, or even a little overwhelmed at first. Remind your kids (and yourself) that we can do hard things, that bravery can feel uncomfortable, and that most challenges get easier with time.

This is a season for extra patience, more encouragement, and steady reminders that we are wired to adapt, and what feels like a threat today can become second nature tomorrow. You’ve got this! 🫶🤍

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