Joy can feel out of reach when your nervous system is stuck in survival mode. This post explores why joy feels distant, introduces the concept of glimmers, and offers a simple practice to help you reconnect with small moments of pleasure.

Many people ask, “Is this intuition or trauma?” It is a deeply human question, and the answer lies in learning the language of your body. Here is how to tell the difference, and a simple exercise to help you begin building trust in your intuition.

Do you ever try to rest but end up feeling guilty, restless, or more anxious? Rest doesn’t always feel restorative, sometimes it feels uncomfortable. This isn’t laziness or weakness; it’s a nervous system response shaped by survival and cultural conditioning. Here’s why rest feels so hard and a few gentle ways you can relearn rest as a safe, supportive practice.

Before diving into your to-do list, try this simple somatic ritual to set the tone for your week and create space for the energy you want to embody.

Your body often knows what’s right before your mind can explain it. Learn the quiet, powerful cues that signal safety, alignment, and inner “yes.”

Learning to recognize the subtle ways your body communicates “no” can help you stop overriding your boundaries, deepen self-trust, and live more in alignment with your needs.