Life is a lot sometimes. Whether you’re facing big challenges or just navigating the daily grind, it’s easy to forget the small moments that can actually help us stay grounded.

I’ve been doing the Rose, Thorn, Bud practice with my kids for a years—these questions have been fine tuned over a decade to help us (and you!) reflect on the good, the tough, and what’s ahead.

It’s quick, easy, and designed to give you a moment of clarity, no matter where you’re at.

In this post, we explore essential reflection questions for your therapy (or whatever!) journey after 6 months. Discover fresh prompts to assess progress, celebrate growth, and empower yourself as you continue to navigate self-discovery.

Joining a writing group with friends has become a highlight of my week. We write for an hour and then share our stories, feeling seen and heard in a supportive space. It's a simple, joyful way to connect and enhance mental well-being. If you're looking for a meaningful way to bond with friends, consider starting a writing group. It made a difference for us.

When I first held my children after they were born, I thought, “Hey...I know you. Oh my goodness.. I’ve never not known you. You've been here THE. WHOLE. TIME.” How can that be?!

A fiddlehead fern unfurling, symbolizing growth, resilience, and the therapy journey with grief, trauma, and neurodiversity—nature's quirky path to resilience.