Healing, Honesty, And Authentic Self: My Life Philosophy

If you had to sum up your life philosophy in one sentence, what would it be? View all responses Hmm… After decades of struggling with mental health, alcoholism, trauma, underemployment and job instability, complicated social connections, and some not-so-great romantic relationship choices, my life philosophy would be: Search for your authentic self—you’re in there—and take…

The Symbolism & Psychology Of Short Hair On A Woman – Birth Of A New Self

For as long as I can remember, I have always been on an inward journey to find my authentic self. Who am I, really… beyond wearing masks and people pleasing? Who is the authentic Stephanie under all my layers, protective shields? After decades of misdiagnoses, on February 9th, 2022 I was properly diagnosed with Borderline…

Living With Borderline Personality Disorder – Bits On Biosocial Theory & Intense Emotions

Searching For Authentic Self This week my therapeutic journey has been focusing on authentic self and mindfulness. Authentic self is something I’ve been searching for, for as far back as I can remember. In my early twenties, I remember searching out ways to get to know who I am, and find where I fit into…