A reflection on no contact, protection, and choosing peace As Christmas approaches, I’ve been thinking about family — and about the expectations that quietly come with this season. I recently came across a clip online where the topic of adult children choosing to go no contact with their parents was being discussed. The responses were … Continue reading When Family, Forgiveness, and Christmas Ask Too Much
Standing Your Ground: Reclaiming the Strength I Almost Gave Away
When I was twenty, I lost my mother to cancer. Through my teens I had watched her fight with quiet courage, and I still feel the imprint of her kindness and extraordinary work ethic. In many ways, I carry her grace. Yet I’ve also always known that I’m my father’s daughter—especially in one key trait: … Continue reading Standing Your Ground: Reclaiming the Strength I Almost Gave Away
Lessons From 2023!
On January 1st 2023, I posted that I was choosing peace above all! Choosing peace in 2022 had served me well - especially in my dealings with family and family related issues; so I thought, why not continue on the same trajectory for 2023! What I forgot was that my choosing peace did not guarantee … Continue reading Lessons From 2023!
Is it time to set some boundaries?
This post was originally published on 27/09/2020 and updated 03/10/2021. In a previous post about being truly happy, I shared that at the beginning of lockdown due to Covid-19, I started speaking to a psychologist; this was one of the best decisions I had made in a long time. This experience changed me immensely and … Continue reading Is it time to set some boundaries?
When disrespect and mockery is disguised as humour!
We all need a bit of humour in our lives to make the serious moments more bearable - over the years,I have learned to laugh at my not so proud moments and mistakes after the initial despair . Most importantly, I am learning to quiet the very harsh critic that lives rent free inside my … Continue reading When disrespect and mockery is disguised as humour!
Koya Nkrumah 