The Empowered Self
A blog for empowered mothers and the journey to get there.
Writing is an avenue I use for self-care and self-expression. Sharing holistic wisdom is my intention for this blog.
Here on The Empowered Self blog you’ll find multiple wellness tools including mindfulness, spirituality, self-care, writing exercises, short stories, and my favorite: poetry.
As you move through different entries, take a moment to pause and feel what resonates. This blog is a snapshot into the incredible nature of empowered mothers… and what it means to be one.
Choices
Duality, paradox, and yin-and-yang
Expectations
What are expectations? Expectations are a range
8 Truths to Master
When things are handed to us, we rarely appreciate them as much as we do when we successfully struggle for the very same. Appreciate the hustle seasons in your life.
Trauma Resources
Trauma can lead to feelings of overwhelm
How to Be Mindful Everyday
Mindfulness means being in the moment, not being caught up in our mind-stuff.
Prepare to be Ready
I’ve often been someone to say, “I’m
Mirage
The destination is truly yours to arrive
Playground Rules
We come in to each other’s worlds
Dark Horse
New voices rise in acapella
Strong-willed Child
Cheers to strong-willed, confident children. May we raise them, celebrate them, and always learn from them.
Flame in My Heart
There’s a light inside A flame in my heart It grows as I give And shines as I surrender You met me at one time Looked inside And renewed that glow That flame that is always there With Your help, grows forevermore You saw in there a place to keep Your...
Why Routines are Important
Routines help create a sense of grounding and stability within your daily and weekly schedule. They also can be fun!
Love and Fear
What type of energy do you put out?
Soldier
You say stubborn, I say persistent
Imagination
See clear Feel good Imagine well
A Tale of Unsung Heroes
She sat in a quiet reverie, a sundry of thoughts thrown into the glistening lake A thought went into the lake, accompanying each rock, with its own untold legacy She was waiting for release Waiting to get to the other side Why, she asked, why is it like this? Her...
Back to the Future
…Every day is a new day
Have You Ever
Throw your hat in the ring.
An Old Journal, an Old Proverb, and a Yardstick
“Tension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are.”
India Arie
India.Arie: You spread the joy of lyric
Freedom
Together today Tomorrow away Here to play
The Reverse is also True
The moment you point a finger in judgment, remember, the same could be said about you; in other words, the reverse is also true…
Top 10 Benefits of Seeing a Psychologist
Hi, my name is Supriya, I am a Clinical Psychologist in New York.
Blast from the Past
Things I inherently knew as a kid:
Feeling Strategies
Thoughts, feelings, and actions are all connected
Strong-willed Child
Cheers to strong-willed, confident children. May we raise them, celebrate them, and always learn from them.
Musings about Life
Life… what is it?
8 Truths to Master
When things are handed to us, we rarely appreciate them as much as we do when we successfully struggle for the very same. Appreciate the hustle seasons in your life.
How to Be Mindful Everyday
Mindfulness means being in the moment, not being caught up in our mind-stuff.
10 Daily Reminders
Your heart is wiser than your mind. Don’t confuse the two.
One Step at a Time
We build mastery by stepping outside of our comfort zone
Why Can’t I Stop Thinking?
A thought is merely an idea.
Inner Child
In my experience, our best teachers in
Judgments
When we worry about others’ judgments,
Self-Care
Self-care: mind, body, and spirit
You
You are the most important part of
