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We’ve all said things we wish we could un-say. But like a shattered egg, you can’t put it back in the shell. Today on the blog, we’re talking about the power of the "Pause" and how to handle our words (and each other) with care.
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"You worry too much about what goes into your mouth and not enough about what comes out of it." - Chef Leah Chase
Happy Sunday, family. Take a look at the image above. Close your eyes for a second, tilt your head back, and just… breathe.
We are right at the edge of a new year. The air feels heavy with reflection, doesn’t it? Today, I want to pause and talk about what we are carrying into this new week (and this new year), and more importantly, what we need to set down.
I came across an African proverb recently that stopped me in my tracks:
"If you are filled with pride, then you will have no room for wisdom." (Origin: African / General)
We usually think of "pride" as a good thing—taking joy in our achievements. But in the context of our mental health, pride often masquerades as Ego.
It’s that voice that says, "I don't need help," "I already know that," or "I’m fine," when you are visibly crumbling.
Think of your mind like a living room. If that room is wall-to-wall with old furniture (your rigid beliefs, your need to be right, your defense mechanisms), there is physically no space to bring in anything new. You cannot bring in the comfortable couch of Healing if the jagged chair of Arrogance is taking up all the space.
The wisdom of this proverb reminds us that an overcrowded mind cannot learn. If you think you have all the answers, the universe (and your therapist, and your friends) cannot give you the clarity you are desperate for.
Humility is not about thinking less of yourself; it is about thinking of yourself less rigidly.
It is the quiet power of saying:
"I don't know the answer to this."
"I am actually really hurting right now."
"I might be wrong about how I see this situation."
So, for this Sunday Check-In, let’s practice clearing the room.
Drop the "I'm Fine" Shield: It’s heavy, and it’s blocking your blessings. Be honest about where you are.
Ask a Question: Instead of declaring a statement today, ask a question. Ask the world, God, or your own heart: "What do I need to learn right now?"
Breathe Like the Visual: Look at the animation again. Notice how she looks peaceful? That peace comes from surrender, not control.
The Takeaway: You cannot heal what you refuse to acknowledge, and you cannot learn what you think you already know. Make room for wisdom today. Clear out the pride, and let the healing flow in.
Tell me in the comments: What is one thing you are willing to "unlearn" or let go of this week to make room for peace?
"You worry too much about what goes into your mouth and not enough about what comes out of it." - Chef Leah Chase
Hey, how are you really doing today?
Welcome to our Sunday Mental Health Check-In. Let's grab a mental cup of tea and chat about something that’s so easy to say but so much harder to do: learning to trust your inner voice.
You know the one I’m talking about.
That quiet little whisper when you’re making a decision.
That "gut feeling" that just tells you something is... off.
That little nudge toward something that makes you happy, even if it doesn't make logical "sense."
That’s the voice. And in a world that is so full of noise, it’s usually the first one we ignore.
Let’s be real: we’re taught to outsource our decisions. We look at reviews before we buy a product. We ask our friends what they think we should do about our relationship. We scroll social media to see what everyone else is doing, wearing, and thinking.
The world is LOUD. Your inner voice is a whisper.
We get so busy listening to the "shoulds," the "musts," and the opinions of others that we completely tune out the one expert who actually lives inside our own head: Ourselves.
We don't trust it because we’re afraid of being wrong. We’re afraid of being a "failure." But here’s the secret: listening to everyone else and still feeling unhappy is its own kind of failure, isn't it?
Your inner voice isn’t here to judge you; it’s here to guide you. It’s your most loyal compass.
If you feel like your connection to that voice is non-existent, that’s okay! It’s not gone. It’s just been drowned out. Learning to trust it is a practice, like strengthening a muscle. You don't start by bench-pressing 300 pounds. You start small.
1. Practice on Low-Stakes Decisions
You don't need to start by asking your inner voice if you should quit your job. Start with lunch.
Seriously. Stand in your kitchen and ask, "What does my body really want to eat right now?" Don't think about what's "healthy" or "fastest." Just listen for a second. Do you want something warm? Something crunchy? Something sweet? Start honoring those small, simple needs.
2. Find the Quiet (Even 5 Minutes)
You can't hear a whisper in the middle of a rock concert. You can't hear your inner voice while scrolling, watching TV, and running errands all at once. Give yourself tiny pockets of silence.
When you first wake up, before you grab your phone.
On your drive, turn the radio off.
In the shower.
Just... be. Ask yourself, "How am I feeling right now?" And just listen. No judgment. Just listen.
3. Be a Kind Investigator
When you get a "gut feeling," just notice it. "Interesting. My stomach feels tight about going to that party tonight."
You don't have to act on it immediately. But later, check in. "Was that feeling right? Yeah, I went, and I felt drained." Or, "I stayed home, and I feel so much peace."
You’re building a "trust log" in your brain. The more you can prove to yourself that your inner voice knows what's up, the louder and clearer it will get.
Your intuition is your most authentic guide. It already knows what you need, what brings you peace, and what’s right for you. It’s not magic; it’s the sum of all your life experiences and unspoken knowledge.
So, my question for you this week is:
What is one small way you can practice listening to your inner voice?
Let me know your thoughts. Be kind to yourself today.
"You worry too much about what goes into your mouth and not enough about what comes out of it." - Chef Leah Chase
