The Weight of Missing Her: Grief at Christmas
When my mother passed, my first instinct was to focus on her. Was she at peace? Was she okay? It felt like my heart and mind were preoccupied with making sure she was safe, even though I knew I couldn’t do anything about it. I poured my energy into honoring her, almost as if my…
Mother’s Gift of Faith
I’ve been thinking a lot about the gifts you gave me—not the ones wrapped in paper and ribbons, but the ones you wove into the fabric of my life. Among the most beautiful was the way you introduced me to God, heaven, and the mysteries of the universe.
The Eternal Nature of Life: A Journey Beyond Loss and Separation
Have you ever felt that life is more than what meets the eye? That there’s a connection between all things, beyond the boundaries of time and space? This is the story of my journey to understanding the eternal nature of life—a realization born from profound loss and the unshakable feeling that nothing truly dies. It’s…
Letters to My Mother: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Healing
Grief is a language we learn reluctantly, often thrust upon us when life’s most precious relationships are severed. For me, this language has been a constant companion since I lost my mother unexpectedly. While time has softened the sharp edges of her absence, the void she left remains, echoing in quiet moments and unexpected memories.…
Reflecting on the Loss of My Mother: A Journey Through Guilt, Love, and Healing
When my mother first passed, the weight of guilt and shame hit me like a tidal wave. How did I not see this coming? There had been so many signs—clear as day when I look back now. Had I ignored them? Or was my mind trying to protect me, hiding the truth in some locked-away…
Living in My Head: The Beauty and Burden of a Thinking Life
Explore the blessings and challenges of living in your head. Dive into the beauty of deep thinking, creativity, and self-reflection while addressing overthinking, loneliness, and mindfulness. Discover insights and advice to balance introspection with presence, embracing the gifts of your inner world and finding harmony in thought and life.
Welcome to My Trail of Thoughts: Where Curiosity Meets Vulnerability
Thoughts are like wildflowers—they spring up unexpectedly, flourish in unexpected places, and paint the landscape of our minds with vibrant hues. Trail of Thoughts is my corner of Cognitive Psycho where I gather these blooms—my personal musings, ideas, opinions, and experiences—and share them with you.