Tracey

  • My Younger Self and I

    Reflecting on past struggles, I would encourage my younger self to embrace emotions and seek hope. Continue reading

    My Younger Self and I
  • Swamped: Our Dystopian Reality

    January feels long and dark, especially on the West Coast of BC. Amidst winter gloom and emotional chaos, many struggle with New Year resolutions as feelings of grief and anger proliferate. To cope with this dystopian reality, it’s vital to… Continue reading

    Swamped: Our Dystopian Reality
  • Losing My No: Exhausted by the 200 Days of January

    Struggling with low dopamine and assertiveness, the author reflects on the challenges of saying no, emotional needs, and the toll of people-pleasing behaviors on personal identity. Continue reading

    Losing My No: Exhausted by the 200 Days of January
  • Tea, Overload and Word Vomit- A weekend gone wild

    A weekend getaway aimed at creativity revealed emotional overwhelm and vigilance as barriers to writing. Self-care became essential to reconnect with inspiration and clarity. Continue reading

    Tea, Overload and Word Vomit- A weekend gone wild
  • Boundary setting: Princess Movie or Wrecking Ball?

    Mel Robbins’ “The Let Them Theory” encourages freeing oneself from others’ emotional burdens while navigating complex social dynamics, especially within familial roles, making personal empowerment both liberating and challenging. Continue reading

    Boundary setting: Princess Movie or Wrecking Ball?
  • Curiosity Over Certainty

    Curiosity isn’t about agreeing. It’s about staying engaged—asking follow-up questions, reflecting back what we hear, and remaining present even when conversations become uncomfortable. It’s a reminder that people are more than their positions and that behind every belief is a… Continue reading

    Curiosity Over Certainty
  • Created To Grow

    Parenting involves nurturing growth in children, not perfection. Just as nature quietly transforms beneath winter’s grey, trust in unseen progress is essential during parenting’s seasonal challenges. Continue reading

    Created To Grow
  • The Curious Thing About Storms

    The post reflects on weather storms and internal storms of life, emphasizing that suffering is inevitable but leads to growth, connection, and resilience through love and support. Continue reading

    The Curious Thing About Storms
  • The Art of Curiosity

    Living in the Grey explores the balance between certainty and curiosity, reflecting on personal growth, pain, and connection through accepting discomfort and embracing truth and possibility. Continue reading

    The Art of Curiosity