We’ve all had stories that snag the fabric of our being, where an experience gets caught, but rather than reflect and challenge the story, we keep going back again and again to pick at the loose stitch. Whether the experience happened in childhood or yesterday, our stories can unravel our self-esteem, drain our energy, and keep us struggling in emotional quicksand.

We are amazing, creative, powerful creatures, and instead of waking up each day saying, “What beauty and connection will I craft today?” we wake up basically saying, “How can I feel good enough about myself today?” or “How can I avoid my own self-judgment and fears?” The vitality that could be going toward solving world problems, bringing people together in wondrous ways, and celebrating the unbelievably great gift of life is instead drained by drama, conflict, and using the power of our word against ourselves.