Here's something you don't see very often in the mental health world: someone actually practicing what they preach about boundaries and rest.

Starting July 4th and running through Labor Day (September 1st), I'm taking a sabbatical from blog writing. Not because I've run out of things to say—trust me, there's always more to unpack about anxiety, trauma, and the general chaos of being human.

Behind the shiny results of overachievement often lies a hidden cost: anxiety. It’s easy to get caught up in the race for success, but when we push ourselves too hard without taking time to recharge, we risk sacrificing our well-being.