Mollyrose Kelly

Keeping things inside us is a terrible, lonely weight. It may start off feeling manageable, but it eventually builds up. Often we find it difficult to share with others, because we don’t want to burden them or be seen as “needy.” At these points, I think we just need someone to be honest with about our experiences and needs, without fear of judgment. When we notice we’re having the same thoughts and problems coming up repeatedly, we might need a push to get us unstuck. When an old hurt arises, we may need the space to explore it and the skills to ground ourselves in the present. I focus on breaking down our judgments, so that we can strengthen self-esteem and build grit to cope with outside forces. Additionally, I find it important to develop skills to help manage our unique difficulties. My goal is to explore our sources of pain and seek to find value in it, so that we may quietly move mountains. I believe everyone deserves the relief that comes from self-acceptance and the se