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Healing Through Journaling
Through my own experiences with trauma, grief, and personal growth, I’ve learned that healing is a journey best taken one step at a time. Here, I share the lessons I’ve picked up, practical tools for self-discovery, and stories that remind us that we’re never alone in our struggles.
Whether exploring forgiveness, learning to manage anxiety, or just looking for a moment of calm, I hope these words bring you comfort, clarity, and encouragement. Healing isn’t always easy, but it is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.
Look around, and I hope you find something that resonates with your heart.
With love and kindness,
Brandilyn C. Hallcroft
Brandilyn Hallcroft
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New Triggers Journal: Your Guide to Understanding and Transforming Emotional Reactions
Triggers are emotional reactions that occur when something in the environment reminds you of an experience or unresolved trauma.
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Helen Palmer’s Story: A Cautionary Tale about the Dangers of Enmeshment
Helen’s story highlights the importance of self-healing and the need to cultivate a strong sense of self.
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Recognizing Red Flags vs. Green Flags: A Guide to Navigating Relationships with Awareness
Relationships are complex, multifaceted experiences that shape who we are. They can lift us or leave us feeling drained, questioning...
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Navigating Loneliness in Personal Growth: Why Healing Can Feel Isolating
Personal development and healing change how you view yourself and the world.
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Negative Reactions to Boundaries (And Why You’re Not Wrong to Enforce Them)
Setting boundaries is essential for healthy relationships, self-respect, and emotional well-being.
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Embracing Empowerment: Letting Go of Relationships Without Vilifying Others
Taking ownership of our healing means we no longer need to make someone else “the bad guy” to validate our pain.
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The Truth About “No Contact” and Why It’s Not About Winning Someone Back
There is overwhelming content in online relationship advice about using the "no contact rule" to “win someone back.”
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Why Journaling Helps: A Personal Journey of Reflection and Transformation
One of journaling's most powerful benefits is its ability to help identify the root causes of our thoughts and behaviors.
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Passing Pain: The Silent Cycle of Unhealed Trauma
We carry the pain around, and instead of tending to it, we let it spill over onto others, affecting their lives and relationships
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Create Emotional Checkpoints: A Tool for Protecting Your Emotional Well-Being
Establishing emotional checkpoints can help you stay grounded and ensure that your emotional energy is being invested wisely...
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The Invisible Weight of Emotional Labor: A Strain on Relationships
Over time, I realized that carrying this emotional weight alone was impacting my mental health, leaving me feeling isolated and exhausted.
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When Relationship Advice Misses the Mark: A Critical Look at Orion Taraban’s Approach
While I understand that everyone has different perspectives and experiences, I’ve found some of his content concerning
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The Emotional Intelligence Paradox: Why Doing the Work Matters
Emotional intelligence (EI) is often seen as a life-changing tool, helping people navigate emotions, improve relationships...
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Why Some People Don’t Take Action to Develop Emotional Intelligence
Maintaining the status quo, no matter how unsatisfying feels safer than diving into the unknown of self-discovery.
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Authenticity vs. Cruelty: Why Being 'Real' Isn’t a Free Pass
Authenticity isn't about using your "truth" to harm or disregard others. Too often, people weaponize the idea of being authentic, excusing h
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Is it Control, or Is it a Boundary? How to Tell the Difference
Let’s explore how to distinguish between healthy boundaries and controlling behavior.
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Navigating Emotional Wreckage: When Vulnerability Meets Disappointment
I’ll continue my journey, believing that while some connections might break my heart, they won’t break my spirit.
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Emotional Regulation: Navigating Toxic Environments with Grace
Emotional regulation is one of the most powerful tools to deal with difficult personalities.
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From Pain to Peace: The Journey of Inner Child Healing
Explore the process of healing your inner child and understand its importance. discover ways to cultivate that precious part of yourself
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Embrace Self-Compassion with Healing Journals
Expressive writing has long been recognized as a powerful tool for emotional healing.
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