This morning, over coffee, a quote from Pope Francis reminded me of something we often forget: the perfect family doesn’t exist. Real love shows up in the mess, in the hard moments, in three small but powerful phrases—"May I?", "Thank you," and "I'm sorry." In this post, I share what family, healing, and radical self-care have taught me about showing up with grace, even when life isn’t perfect.
Read more...When I first heard someone say, “You need to regulate your nervous system,” I had no idea what they meant. But what I discovered changed everything. If you’re constantly anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally reactive, it’s not just in your head—it’s in your body. Your nervous system may be stuck in survival mode, and it’s quietly hijacking your peace, energy, and clarity. In this post, I break it down (with zero medical jargon), share what really causes dysregulation, and how simple daily practices can help you feel safe, grounded, and like yourself again.
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A Journey from Survival Mode to Mind-Body-Spirit BalanceI used to think self-care was something you did once you had time, money, or permission.
A bubble bath.
A weekend getaway.
A treat after burning yourself out again.
A weekend getaway.
A treat after burning yourself out again.
But the truth is, I didn’t even know what real self-care meant—because for most of my life, I wasn’t living. I was surviving.
I was born and raised in a small village in Europ, where life was shaped by fear—both political and religious. Under the shadow of communism and church leadership, I was conditioned to believe in sacrifice, shame, and silence. What I learned early on was how to endure, not how to thrive.
Most of my adult life followed the same pattern:
Pushing through pain
Minimizing my needs
Procrastinating on my dreams
Feeling unworthy of more
Pushing through pain
Minimizing my needs
Procrastinating on my dreams
Feeling unworthy of more
I failed in businesses. My health suffered. My mind was filled with self-doubt.
And underneath it all, there was one silent addiction that ran the show:
Unworthiness.
It was the belief I inherited. The belief I unconsciously nurtured.
And the belief that nearly cost me my life.
And the belief that nearly cost me my life.
Menopause Saved Me
At 45, everything started to unravel.
My body began sending signals I could no longer ignore—fatigue, hormonal chaos, emotional spirals. And while most people dread menopause, I often say, “Menopause saved my life.” And I mean it.
Because it cracked me open.
It forced me to stop surviving.
It invited me to finally, deeply pay attention.
It forced me to stop surviving.
It invited me to finally, deeply pay attention.
I began to explore natural healing—herbs, essential oils, holistic nutrition. I dove into the science of the body.
I started asking real questions. For the first time, I began to understand that self-care isn’t something you buy—it’s something you live.
What Real Self-Care Looks Like
This past week on social media, I shared daily reflections on what Self-Care That Heals really means.
Not the kind of self-care that performs for Instagram…
But the kind that meets you in the mirror when you’re falling apart.
But the kind that meets you in the mirror when you’re falling apart.
Here’s what I’ve learned:
- Self-care is not just about the body—it’s about your mind and spirit too.
- It’s not about productivity. It’s about presence.
- It’s not about doing more. It’s about coming home to yourself.
Some days, it looks like drinking water and going to bed early.
Other days, it looks like journaling, crying, resting, breathing, or asking yourself:
"What do I need right now?"
Other days, it looks like journaling, crying, resting, breathing, or asking yourself:
"What do I need right now?"
It’s setting boundaries.
Letting go of guilt.
Releasing what no longer serves you—and choosing, again and again, to live with intention.
Letting go of guilt.
Releasing what no longer serves you—and choosing, again and again, to live with intention.
One of the most profound pieces of this journey has been emotional healing.
I call it emotional detoxing—the practice of letting go of past pain that no longer belongs in your present.
I call it emotional detoxing—the practice of letting go of past pain that no longer belongs in your present.
When we carry unprocessed emotions—grief, shame, fear, resentment—it doesn't just affect our mood.
It impacts our health, our relationships, and even our abundance.
It impacts our health, our relationships, and even our abundance.
Thousands of studies show that our emotional state directly influences our biology:
Gene expression
Nervous system regulation
Gut health and hormones
Immunity and detox pathways
Gene expression
Nervous system regulation
Gut health and hormones
Immunity and detox pathways
And it works both ways:
Our diet, movement, gut health, and lifestyle choices also affect our emotional state.
Our diet, movement, gut health, and lifestyle choices also affect our emotional state.
That’s why holistic self-care—mind, body, and spirit—is not optional. It’s essential.
For years, I was stuck in survival mode and didn’t even realize it.
I kept myself busy, distracted, and disconnected.
I kept myself busy, distracted, and disconnected.
It wasn’t until I slowed down and chose to listen inward that I began to heal.
Today, I still have hard days. Life hasn’t become perfect. But it’s become mine.
I no longer see self-care as something indulgent.
I see it as a sacred responsibility—to myself, to my purpose, and to my future.
I no longer see self-care as something indulgent.
I see it as a sacred responsibility—to myself, to my purpose, and to my future.
Want to Start Your Own Journey?
If this speaks to your heart, I created a free Self-Love Journal to help you begin.It’s a simple, powerful guide to reconnect with your body, your truth, and your worth—one page at a time.
Because healing is possible.
Because you are worthy of more.
And because you don’t have to wait for a breakdown to begin again.
Because you are worthy of more.
And because you don’t have to wait for a breakdown to begin again.
Xoxo
Urszula
The mother wound runs deep—but so does the strength to heal it. In this personal reflection, I explore how shifting from blame to compassion helped me uncover not only my mother’s wounds but my own power to break the generational cycle. This is the story of pain, perspective, and healing—for ourselves, our mothers, and the lineage we come from.
For years, I believed my worth was something I had to earn.
If I looked better, worked harder, or achieved more—then I’d finally feel like I was enough.
But no amount of accomplishment could fill the quiet gap left by self-doubt.
The truth is, self-worth isn’t found in doing—it’s found in remembering who you are.
If I looked better, worked harder, or achieved more—then I’d finally feel like I was enough.
But no amount of accomplishment could fill the quiet gap left by self-doubt.
The truth is, self-worth isn’t found in doing—it’s found in remembering who you are.
This post explores how your sense of worth silently shapes your life, how to reclaim it, and why believing you’re enough might be the most powerful thing you ever do.
This New Moon in Aries and Solar Eclipse isn’t just another celestial event—it’s a cosmic reset. A powerful portal for releasing old identities, rewriting your inner story, and stepping boldly into your next chapter.
If you’re a Projector in Human Design (like me), this moment is especially potent for letting go of past misrecognitions and calling in aligned invitations that reflect your growth.
You’re not who you were—and that’s exactly the point.
This is your invitation to rise, real and radiant.
This is your invitation to rise, real and radiant.
We often hear the advice: 'Control your mind.' But what does that really mean? If you’ve ever tried to stop your thoughts, you know it’s impossible—the more you resist, the stronger they become. True mental freedom isn’t about silencing thoughts; it’s about choosing which ones deserve your attention. In this post, I break down the illusion of control, the power of awareness, and practical ways to train your mind without exhaustion. Ready to shift your perspective? Let’s dive in.
Read more...Are your thoughts holding you hostage? We all have sticky thoughts and emotions that replay in our minds—regrets, self-doubt, or painful memories that refuse to let go. They drain our energy, steal our joy, and keep us stuck in the past. But what if you could break free? Letting go is possible with the right tools and mindset. Discover how to release what no longer serves you and reclaim your peace. Ready to start your journey to freedom?
Read more...February’s Snow Moon in Leo is here, bringing a powerful mix of resilience, confidence, and bold transformation. Traditionally named for the heavy snowfall of this time, the Snow Moon symbolizes endurance and renewal. But with the fiery energy of Leo, this full moon is calling you to step into your power, embrace creativity, and release anything holding you back.
Ready to harness its magic? Discover the meaning behind this lunar phase and try a simple Full Moon Ritual to clear old energy, set fearless intentions, and celebrate your authentic self.
Shine bright—you were made for this!
