by jewelswellness | Apr 14, 2025 | Emotions and Sensations, Journaling, Mindfulness, Mindfulness Practices, Self care, Somatic Healing, Surgery emotions
Recovery doesn’t always go as planned—especially in midlife. Two weeks after surgery (and yes, a surprise catheter situation), I’m sharing what this healing process has really looked like, and how journaling has helped me stay grounded through it all. If you’re...
by jewelswellness | Mar 13, 2025 | Emotions and Sensations, Surgery emotions
Why We Need to Stop Telling Women to “Stay Strong” and Start Letting Them Feel When I found out I needed a full hysterectomy, I felt a mix of emotions—overwhelm, fear, relief, gratitude. But what caught me off guard was the voice inside my head telling me to toughen...
