compassion – Jacquline Njeri

To the Girl I Used to Be, You Deserved More

Dear Me, I think about you sometimes. The version of me who tried so hard to be enough. The girl who smiled through exhaustion, who kept saying she was fine

To the Group That Never Noticed I Was Hurting

Dear Friends, I used to sit among you and laugh until my cheeks hurt. I played along, joined the conversations, and matched your energy as best as I could. You

Not Just Acting Out: When Misbehavior Is Really a Cry for Help

It’s easy to label a child as “difficult” when they’re constantly pushing limits, talking back, or throwing tantrums. But what if those behaviors aren’t just mischief or defiance? What if

Understanding the Fear of Abandonment and Its Roots

The fear of abandonment is a deep, often unspoken anxiety that significantly impacts relationships and behavior. This fear can originate from various life experiences, typically beginning in childhood, and creates

The Emotional Cost of Being the ‘Strong One’ in the Family

Being the ‘strong one’ in the family often comes with an unseen emotional cost. This role, typically assumed by someone reliable and dependable, involves constantly supporting others, solving problems, and