Sometimes the most healing thing isn't finding a solution—it's being with what hurts. In this reflection on motherhood, overwhelm, and maternal mental health, I explore the power of presence, emotional validation, and learning not to leave ourselves alone in difficult seasons.

I’ve used this for the past 10+ years and developed this sequence intuitively over time. It has become a nightly (mostly) routine for me. I really find that when I go through this sequence - even faster than the 7 minutes mentioned - my body begins to wind down and feel ready for bed.