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Continue reading →: Hibernation, Honey, and the House WithinIn a recent reflective post, the author shares her month of grief, balancing mourning the loss of friends while celebrating birthdays. Facing illness and emotional turmoil, she reevaluates her coping mechanisms, recognizing the need to shift from sugar to spiritual nourishment. As she embraces vulnerability and gratitude, she prepares for… read more…
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Continue reading →: When Hope Feels Impossible, Yet Still Lives Inside YouThere was a time when I didn’t believe I would survive. Not just physically, but emotionally, spiritually, creatively.When you’ve lived through domestic violence or sexual assault, the world can feel unsafe, your body unfamiliar, your heart shattered, and your future erased. Hope becomes a word that belongs to other people.… read more…
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Continue reading →: When the Song Finally Came BackThe author reflects on their journey of grief after losing their best friend, Vic. Initially silenced by conflicting emotions, they found solace in music, ultimately creating three songs that express their complex feelings. These songs serve as a testament to holding space for grief while honoring both love and pain. read more…
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Continue reading →: Pearls Instead of Shackles: A Poem about HealingI am learning to connect with the pieces of me that I had let be silenced by tragedy, grief, abuse, fear, anger, imposter syndrome, the voices of people who didn’t want to see me healed or succeeding, the weight of everything I had survived… and my own unfair judgements of… read more…
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Continue reading →: From Becoming to Creating: Stepping Into 2026 With Open Hands2025 was not a year I rushed through. It was a year that asked me to sit still, to listen, to soften, and to let old versions of myself quietly fall away. It was a year of becoming. Transformation rarely arrives with fireworks. More often, it comes like dawn. Slow.… read more…
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Continue reading →: A Creative Holiday Pause: Nostalgic Activity SetA Creative Holiday Pause: A Vintage-Inspired Coloring Activity That Brings Joy 🎄✨ The holidays can be magical-but they can also be overwhelming. Between the noise, the pressure, and the constant doing, it’s easy to forget to simply pause. That’s why I’m so excited to share a cozy, creative holiday activity… read more…
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Continue reading →: How AI Art Can Support Healing in Art Therapy for Disabled Domestic Abuse SurvivorsHealing from domestic abuse is a non-linear journey, where art therapy plays a crucial role in empowering survivors. AI-assisted art expands creative possibilities, helping survivors express emotions, regain control, and find a judgment-free space. It is particularly beneficial for disabled survivors, offering accessible, inclusive avenues for self-expression and healing. read more…
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Continue reading →: When Scripture Becomes Sanctuary: How Sandra Bowden’s Art Holds the Wounded HeartSandra Bowden’s mixed-media art offers solace for survivors of abuse by intertwining personal stories with biblical narratives. Her work combines tactile elements and layered textures, creating a safe space for reflection. Bowden’s exhibitions provide healing experiences, inviting viewers to engage with their emotions and acknowledge their journeys within a larger… read more…
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Continue reading →: The Light She Chose : A Story of Healing and Gratitude.Mila, having endured silence and pain throughout her life, experiences a transformative moment on a park bench when an elderly woman shares insights about gratitude and God’s constant presence in suffering. This encounter fosters hope within Mila, reminding her that even amidst darkness, gratitude can emerge as a powerful sign… read more…
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Continue reading →: Celebrate this Thanksgiving by Leaning into HealingThis Thanksgiving reflection encourages women healing from trauma to embrace gratitude as a quiet courage rather than a performance. It highlights the significance of recognizing small blessings and God’s presence in their journey. Survivors, like Maya Angelou, exemplify resilience, finding strength through gratitude. Women are reminded they deserve joy and… read more…
Hello,
I’m Brittney
I write from the crossroads of faith and healing, where lived experience became both my classroom and my calling. With a background in spiritual, mental, and physical health earned in the midst of real-life storms, I share what I have learned through grief, grassroots charity work, and a deeply personal walk with God. This blog is my offering, a space where raw honesty meets steady hope, and where the tools that helped rebuild me are passed forward to anyone who might need them.
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