Be gentle with yourself on any & all aspects of grief you’re feeling. Grief can be tricky & hard for a million different reasons and you’re not alone in experiencing it. ❤️❤️❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #grief #griefjourney #feel #feelitall #norightwaytogrieve #support #compassion #love #itsokaytonotbeokay #itsokay #permission
Being a human can be hard for a lot of reasons—sometimes you feel small & scared & vulnerable & not okay. And all of those things ARE okay. Know this is part of being human. And know you are not alone. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #human #partofbeinghuman #itsokay #itsokaytonotbeokay #sendinglove #themoreyouknow #breathe #vulnerability #vulnerable
When is the last time you thanked yourself? Or told yourself “I love you?” For transparency sake—I don’t know the last time I did either of those things. And @tyleepersonett reminded everyone in her yoga class this AM to do that (of course she did). So, here is my reminder to you—whether it’s a quiet whisper or something you say (or even yell) aloud—thank yourself & remind yourself how much you love you. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #mantra #self #selflove #begoodtoyourself #begoodtoyou #knowyourworth #itsthelittlethings #thankyou #thankyourself #wordsofwisdom
Vulnerability can feel scary & intimate & exposing. AND with safe people who can hold space for our vulnerable moments, it truly is strength in its rawest form. ❤️ Keep in mind that not everyone is deserving of your vulnerability, though. ❤️❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #vulnerability #vulnerabilityisstrength #vulnerable #strength #whatitmeanstobehuman #humanexperience #reminder #feelings #feelit #knowyourworth
Remember you are strong & so, so capable. Words of wisdom from the one & only @tyleepersonett in class today. 💛 As she said this, I was thinking about myself & ways I am strong & capable (both in & out of yoga). I was thinking about my niece (today is her 12th birthday!) & hoping she knows how strong & capable she is & it also made me think of nurturing younger parts of me and reminding my inner child how strong & capable I am. This one hit hard & it’s something I felt in my bones. Thank you, Tylee, for another golden nugget of wisdom & a beautiful mantra. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #mantra #wordsofwisdom #remember #youarestrong #youarecapable #yougotthis #selfawareness #selfaware #encouragement #begoodtoyourself #begoodtoyou #knowyourworth #yoga #selfcompassion #selfcarethreads #itsthelittlethings
More often than not, my #selfcare posts involve animal cuddles, reading, and/or yoga. But sometimes self-care looks like smashing shit with your bestie (even if you fail to actually smash things when you try to be fancy). 🤦🏼♀️🤷🏼♀️😂 15/10 recommend @thebreakingpoint_atx and seeing what other ways you can take care of you. 💁🏼♀️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #selfcarethreads #sometimesselfcarelookslikethis #feelallthefeels #getitout #begoodtoyou #begoodtoyourself #rageroom #breakingshit #themoreyouknow #recommendation
Feeling bad isn’t necessarily a bad thing…especially because feeling all feelings is a fundamental part of being human. I’m feeling grateful for @ianmoorebandofficial for these words of wisdom (and of course, for a great performance). But at the core of it—I’m grateful when people use their voice to normalize parts of being human that may feel harder to be with. 💙 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #wordsofwisdom #itsokaytofeel #itsokaytofeelsad #itsokaytonotbeokay #feelallthefeels #humanexperience #partofbeinghuman #human #ianmoore #livemusic #itsthelittlethings
Therapy does not fix you. Rather, therapy is a process that empowers people to find their own paths to healing and growth…you’re not broken & you are worthy just as you are. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #therapythings #youarenotbroken #austinmentalhealth #austinmentalhealthcommunity #mentalwellness #wellbeingjourney #lifeofatherapist #therapydoesnotfixyou
Today is my birthday, y’all. I am feeling overwhelmed (in the best possible way) with love & gratitude & so many feels for how this weekend has unfolded and the ways I’ve celebrated myself (and had people show up & celebrate me). 36 year old me is feeling grateful in ways I can’t put into words. I’m celebrating me now & connecting with & celebrating younger versions of me. In so many words, I am telling all versions of myself “look at what you’ve done & where you’re at & how loved you are by yourself and people you’ve chosen” & it feels really good. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #birthday #self #selfacceptance #feelingallthefeels
PSA: give yourself compassion & forgiveness for what you know now that a younger version of you didn’t. 💛 While this can be applied to SO many aspects of life, I can’t help but think of past relationships of mine with “But Daddy I Love Him” by @taylorswift #violetcrowntherapy #vct #selfcompassion #selfcompassionjourney #forgiveness #youngerself #begoodtoyou #begoodtoyourself #feelyourfeelings #psa #themoreyouknow #compassion
Goodbyes are part of life…no matter how much we try to avoid (or even deny) it. Sometimes they can feel relieving and other times they feel sad…sometimes it’s a mix of both and/or a LOT of other feelings (and that’s okay…as confusing and also annoying as that may be). I experienced an expected goodbye today that hit me in the feels MUCH more than I expected—so I’m sharing this experience with you, a life reminder & comfort from my bestie, and a note (or three) on goodbyes & what can make them feel particularly tender. My intention in sharing is to normalize how wildly emotional goodbyes can be & also as a reminder to give yourself permission to feel any & all feelings that come up next time you’re feeling the feels of a goodbye. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #goodbye #bye #feelings #feelyourfeelings #feelyourfeels #lifereminder #lifehacks #wordsofwisdom #wordsofcomfort #permission #reminder #itsokaytofeel #feelitall
Grief is something we all experience personally & collectively many times over throughout our lives. Grief can be tricky & seemingly come out of nowhere and can also encompass love & loss & beauty & many other things at the same time. These words were borrowed from a dear friend, @jamie_alger and her latest newsletter. Jamie—I’m feeling particularly grateful for you & your note on grief. It’s definitely something I’ve been carrying with me since I read it. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #grief #griefjourney #emotions #emotion #emotionalawareness #love #human #humanity #humanexperience
Whatever it is…shame, worry, fear, anger…or literally anything & everything else. It’s not yours to carry alone & you don’t have to—while it’s wildly vulnerable & can feel scary to let people carry some of what feels like a burden, letting the right people in can give you room to breathe. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #youdonthavetocarryitall #youarenotalone #breathe #safety #imperfect #leanonme #leanonothers #feelings #emotions #remembertobreathe
Remember—April is Autism Acceptance Month ✌🏻 I encourage all of you to lean into learning about autism & celebrate neurodiversity so you can disentangle any biases about what autism is (or is not) & work towards celebrating diversity & creating inclusive spaces. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #autism #autismacceptance #autismacceptancemonth #neurodiversity #celebrateneurodiversity #inclusion #inclusionmatters #diversity #themoreyouknow
Forever reminder that #feelingyourfeelings & being attuned to your emotions is a skill that takes work ❤️ I wrote about this in a blog recently for @giveyourselfkindness & am happy to share the link to read it is in my bio. ✌🏻 Read about emotions & feelings & things you can do to be more attuned to you (and share with anyone who might be interested!) #violetcrowntherapy #vct #feelings #feelingsareokay #emotions #emotionsmatter #skill #skills #lifeskills #themoreyouknow #blog #linkinbio #selfaware #selfawareness
“I, myself, am made entirely of flaws, stitched together with good intentions” - @augustenburroughs I can’t help but think of that quote as I make this post. Everyone is made entirely of flaws…being a human is weird & clunky & awkward at times…it’s something we all experience (in our own ways) yet we rarely see it or share it (thanks, social media). And thanks @socialmomentsmarketing for the inspiration to be vulnerable and share some of what makes me human (and parts of me I don’t share on social media…or really talk about ever). And my brother—who had been vulnerable on social media as a way to connect & let people in. And forever shoutout to my therapist (who won’t see this & that’s okay) for the support & encouragement with the things I struggle with. 💛💛💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #flawed #imperfect #partofbeinghuman #human #selfaware #selfawareness #themoreyouknow #vulnerability #vulnerabilityisstrength #weareallflawed #humanexperience #imperfect #imperfection #figuringitout #gratefulformytherapist
World Autism Acceptance Day is observed on April 2nd each year to promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion of people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in society. It’s a day to raise awareness about the challenges faced by autistic individuals and to celebrate their unique talents and abilities. 💛 Happy World Autism Acceptance & Autism Acceptance Month, y’all ✌🏻 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #autismacceptance #worldautismacceptanceday #autismacceptancemonth #celebratediversity #neurodiverse #themoreyouknow #spectrumofpossibilities #spectrum #differentnotless
Loving & supporting the people in our lives is about seeing the beauty in their individuality and cherishing their essence as they are in this moment. It is NOT on us (nor will it ever be) to tell people who we think they are (or should be). And if someone is telling you who you ought to be…know that’s not okay. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #individuality #individual #unique #love #support #identity #selfawareness #selfaware #loveyourself #begoodtoyourself #begoodtoyou #knowyourworth #begoodtopeople #youmatter #yourvoicematters #takeupspace
Supervisor seeking supervisee. Looking for someone who is self motivated, committed, and… For real, though! I am an LPC-Supervisor in Texas & am looking to work with supervisees! (Also, thanks to @austincitycounseling for the opening line as I half-jokingly told her this felt like a classifieds ad). Anyway—please share with anyone who might be interested! And if that person is you—reach out with any & all questions. I’d love to connect and see if we’d be a good fit. 💛 I look forward to chatting soon! :) #violetcrowntherapy #vct #lpcsupervision #lpcsupervisor #texastherapist #texastherapists #austinmentalhealth #austinmentalhealthcommunity #austinmentalhealthprofessionals #mentalhealthprofessionals #workwithme #stedwardsmac #stedwards #counselingstudent #counselingstudents #lifeofadventure #counselor #counselinglife
Life hack: lean into responding (as opposed to reacting). Like many things in life—this requires practice, mindfulness, and intentionality (and is often easier said than done). And that’s OKAY. Give yourself permission to try responding instead of reacting & know when you DO react (because you will)—that is okay & is part of the human experience. 🤍 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #respond #respondoverreact #lifehacks #lifehack #littlelifereminders #themoreyouknow #permission #selfawareness #selfaware #intentionsetting #intention #life #human
Perfect doesn’t have to be the goal, y’all. In fact, if it is, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. 🤍 Being imperfect can feel uncomfortable…leaning into imperfection will take practice AND it’s something that is part of being human. So, here is permission & a reminder to lean into that human part of you. PS these words of wisdom come from @alyssablaskcampbell & @engage_feel.think.connect and their book @tinyhumansbigemotions I’m only done with part 1, but already texted @austincitycounseling (who recommended it) about how much I am loving it so far. I definitely recommend!! #violetcrowntherapy #vct #human #partofbeinghuman #imperfect #imperfection #alwaysreading #alwayslearning #themoreyouknow #selfawareness #tinyhumansbigemotions
Something to consider when we think about attention-seeking behavior…what if we reframed it to attachment-seeking? This lens creates SO much more compassion, less judgment, and fuels connection between people (as opposed to driving disconnection). I had a conversation with a friend about this last night & woke up thinking about it…so, clearly this is a thought that has my brain breaking (in the best way possible). I am DEFINITELY curious to know what y’all think. ✌🏻💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #connection #needs #needforconnection #closeness #yourneeds #yourneedsareimportant #youareimportant #youmatter #attachment #themoreyouknow #selfaware #compassion #begoodtoyourself #begoodtoyou #begoodtopeople #foodforthought #somethingtoconsider #curiosity
A little look at what life has looked like lately & things & people & places that have brought me joy. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #life
It is Neurodiversity Celebration Week, y’all. This is an intentional, dedicated time to recognize & celebrate the neurodiverse community. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #neurodiverse #neurodiversitycelebrationweek #neurodiversitycelebration #themoreyouknow #alwayslearning #createinclusivecommunities #inclusion #inclusionmatters #empowerindividuals #celebrate #diversity
Being vulnerable is hard, y’all. It requires bravery & permission to authentically show up (both for yourself & others you let in) & that is NO easy feat. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #vulnerability #vulnerable #selfaware #themoreyouknow #authenticity #authentic #human
Feeling your feelings & experiencing your emotions can feel challenging & confusing & uncomfortable…know this is OKAY (and also a typical experience). Don’t confuse discomfort with bad, though…and keep in mind that there are NO bad feelings. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #feel #feelyourfeelings #emotion #emotionalawareness #nobadfeelings #themoreyouknow #selfaware #lifehacks
Rejection is hard, y’all. It’s something that everyone has experienced at some point in their life (and to varying degrees). Rejection can evoke feelings of inadequacy, worthlessness, or loneliness, which are REALLY difficult things to sit with. Our self-esteem and sense of identity may also be shaken when we perceive ourselves as being rejected or not valued by others. When you experience these feelings/experiences, try your hardest to let yourself experience these emotions, lean on trusted people in your life, and remember to breathe. 💛 Rejection sucks. AND in no capacity is it a reflection of you or your worth. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #rejection #rejectionhurts #themoreyouknow #feelyourfeelings #itsokaytonotbeokay #itsokay #lifestuff #partofbeinghuman #humanexperience
Can you imagine what life would be like if we all leaned into compassion a little (or a lot) more? I finished “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” by @tjenkinsreid last night (I think I read 60% of the book yesterday? I didn’t want to put it down) Anyway—I finished the book and was particularly struck by this quote (so much so that I’m sharing it with y’all). Compassion can (and often does) look like a lot of things. So, whenever you see this, I hope you’re able to err on the side of compassion—whether that’s to you, someone you love, or even a stranger. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #compassion #bemorecompassionate #erronthesideofcompassion #begoodtoyourself #begoodtoyou #begoodtoothers #thesevenhusbandsofevelynhugo #lifehacks #readmorebooks
Y’all. This quote is from (you’ll be surprised, I’m sure)—Love Is Blind. 🤷🏼♀️🙈 BUT it’s so, so true & holds so much power. This was spoken by Clay’s mom, Margarita (who is clearly such an emotionally intelligent, secure woman—I LOVE that the conversations she was having were part of the latest episode. More of that, please!) 💛 Anyway—it’s true. We hold & carry SO MUCH experience…the fun, the sad, the confusing, the hard…and anything & everything inbetween. If we don’t get help to process & navigate this experiences, they will follow us around in all capacities. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #selfaware #emotionallyaware #emotionalintimacy #lifehack #themoreyouknow #itsokaytoaskforhelp #needs #whatdoyouneed #begoodtoyourself #begoodtopeople #takecareofyourself #takecareofyou #loveisblind #loveisblindnetflix
Give yourself permission to be curious about you—who you are, what you’re needing, and versions of you that have existed & versions that will exist one day. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #curiosity #becurious #self #selfaware #permission #permissiontobeyou #human
I finished @thelesliejordan’s book “How Y’all Doing?” last night & felt a lot of feelings when I read this quote. Parental fears with having a queer child today are so real & can feel scary & helpless. Between kids being bullied (and often seriously injured) to access to healthcare & gender-affirming care being limited (or threatened to be and/or legitimately taken away), to just being able to exist as a human on this earth..there is so much. So. Much. (Another rant for another time—that does not mean that queer joy & liberation isn’t a thing & shouldn’t be celebrated—because it is & it should). Anyway, I felt feelings reading this because I can safely assume that isn’t what Leslie Jordan was talking about (or maybe, to an extent, it was). He talked about the shame he carried wondering if he disappointed his father for not being more of a “typical” boy in his childhood (before he died). And it made me think of so many queer individuals out there who feel shame for who they are because of a “parental fear” that exists wildly because of the heteronormative views that are ingrained in society & placed onto people before they’re even born. 💛 Let that sink in. And reflect on what progress needs to be done to help push that on the list of fears way down the list, as Leslie Jordan (and so many others), hope(d) for. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #lesliejordan #howyalldoing #queer #lgbtq #lgbtqcommunity #parenting #parentalfear #thingstothinkabout #ponder #ally #advocate #themoreyouknow #readmorebooks
Words of wisdom from the one & only @theestallion (from a Nike sponsored commercial of all things). Anyway—she’s SPOT ON with this—be good to you & find ways to love on yourself. 1000/10 you are worthy & deserving of this, always. What are ways you love on you? 💛✌🏻 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #loveonyourself #loveyourself #loveyou #begoodtoyou #begoodtoyourself #megantheestallion #selfaware #selfcompassionpractice #selfcarethreads #itsthelittlethings
I finished watching Love Is Blind (at least what’s available) last night & was honestly appalled at Sarah Ann’s behavior & justification for it based on having valid feelings. (For those of you have seen it…you get it. If you haven’t, watch it—it’s worth it :P) Long story longer—it’s easy for people to fall into patterns of thinking where we justify hurtful behavior simply because we feel a particular way & our feelings are valid. While I do & always think feelings are valid & feeling your feelings is SO important, in ZERO capacity do I think valid emotional experiences are synonymous with hurtful behavior. Using phrases like “…but my feelings are valid!” only weaponizes feelings & that has the opportunity to create so much chaos. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #feeling #feelyourfeelings #behavior #selfaware #bemindful #liveintentionally #intentionality #foodforthought #loveisblind #therapistthoughts #themoreyouknow #valid
Happy 1st day of March! ✌🏻 With the warmer weather here (and likely sticking around), we figured we’d share some of our favorite places & spaces to spend time outside in & around the Austin area—whether it’s to go pick strawberries, swim (although maybe it’s still too cold for this?), or just explore—here are some of our favorites for adventuring—and are especially good to keep in mind with spring break right around the corner. 💛 Happy exploring, y’all! What are some of your favorites? #violetcrowntherapy #amandarobinsonlpcrpt #getoutside #getoutsideandplay #getoutsideandexplore #adventure #centraltexas #austin #austintexas #texasoutdoors #austinoutdoors #explore
Feeling your feelings is SO important & it’s also not JUST about recognizing you have them. It’s important to acknowledge & experience them—which means being present with what you’re experiencing, whether it’s joy, sadness, anger, or any other emotion, and giving yourself the space to process and learn from it. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #feel #feelyourfeelings #emotion #feelitall #howareyoureally
Yall. I’ve been on a @loveisblindnetflix kick this weekend. This season is INTENSE. Anyway—I very, very much appreciate Clay’s vulnerability (early in the season) and letting himself cry (and leaning on one of the other guys). That’s SO MUCH easier said than done & normalizing being human & feeling feelings gets 100/10 from me. 💛✌🏻 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #loveisblind #feelyourfeelings #vulnerability #sometimescryinghelps #letitout
One of my favorite ways to practice #selfcare is intentionally moving my body—which can look like a lot of things. Today, it looked like going on a hike (while listening to music & taking in all of the beautiful things along the way). What is one of your favorite forms of self-care? ✌🏻💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #riverplacetrail #hiking #austinhiking #intentionality #begoodtoyourself
I watched @mtoliver_lcsw’s @ted video today and have had these words (which he starts & ends with) stuck in my brain all day. While the world needs way, way more than just love, it truly is SO easy to choose it. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #love #loveislove #chooselove #inspiration
I love this poem (and most, honestly) by @morganharpernichols And it’s a reminder for you to try to let yourself be (which can be easier said than done) and find ways to take care of you in the midst of uncertainty. 🩵🤍 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #letitbe #begoodtoyourself #begoodtoyou #selfaware #lifehacks #morganharpernichols
“How do you want to show up for you?” - a question I’ve been asked by @tyleepersonett 100 times (in yoga) & a question that helped me make a choice to value me & my dignity recently. Thanks for the encouragement & reminders, always, my friend. And don’t forget to ask yourself the same question: what does showing up for you look like? How do you want to show up for you? #violetcrowntherapy #vct #showup #showupforyou #knowyourworth #selfaware #begoodtoyou #begoodtoyourself #knowyourworth
Over the moon excited to share I’m an LPC-Supervisor in the state of Texas! So. Many. Feels. But mostly, I’m feeling SO proud for myself. And infinitely grateful for the excitement I’ve received from the people in my life. Yall really know how to make someone feel special 🤗💛🥹 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #lpcsupervisor #lpc #texastherapist #texastherapists #austinmentalhealth #mentalhealth #proud #goodashell
I work part time at a private school & have been teaching a social justice class this year. With the particular student I’m teaching now, we just finished the unit on women’s rights & we wrapped it up by watching TED Talks by @taranajaneen & @cecilerichards Part of a reflection with this was a question on what it means to be free (particularly as a cis-female in this world) & who in her life she’s found inspiration & permission for such freedom. While I’m keeping part of her answer private, I was grateful to see what she said: being free is being unafraid to be your authentic self. Keep in mind—it’s also okay if you’re afraid when you’re being authentic & figuring out how to be & what that looks like, too. BUT try to lean into authenticity—whatever that looks like or means to you. What a lovely reminder from a young person in my life. Moments like this definitely give me “the kids are alright” vibes. 💛 And because I’m curious…What is something that is authentically you? #violetcrowntherapy #vct #authentic #authenticity #freedom #selfaware #unafraid #beyou #beyourself
“Good friends aren’t afraid of your light. They never blow out your flame & you don’t blow out theirs”. - @brenebrown On this Valentine’s Day, I woke up feeling especially grateful for the wonderful humans in my life (my friends & family & nieces & SO many other people that aren’t pictured here). Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to just be about romantic love…and it doesn’t have to be a corporate holiday either. Rather, you can make it your own & honor all of the wonderful humans in your life who aren’t afraid of your light & do what they can to help keep it lit. Honor & celebrate these people. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #friends #valentines #galentines #grateful #friendship #friendshipgoals #myhappyheart #celebrate
Give yourself time & space to heal in whatever ways you need to heal. 💛 And always remember that it’s okay to cry about things you thought you healed from. Feelings can be fickle & are sometimes unwanted visitors & that’s okay. Just give yourself space & some compassion. 💛💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #heal #healing #begoodtoyourself #begood #selfaware #feel #feelyourfeelings
It’s okay to feel grief. Even/especially if it feels hard to do. 💙 Grief is one of the most natural emotional experiences humans can have <— these wise (and true) words were spoken to me by a student I teach (for those of you don’t know, I work super part time at a private school & have for almost a decade…woah). It’s true, though. Grief is something everyone will experience in one way or another at some time(s) in their life. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #grief #feelyourfeelings #itsokaytofeel #humanexperience #partofbeinghuman
Your needs matter & do not warrant an apology. 💙🤍 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #needs #themoreyouknow #itsthelittlethings #selfaware #feelings #yourneedsareimportant
Sometimes all you have the capacity to do is survive. If that’s all you’ve got, that is OKAY. Rather than being unkind to yourself about this—try to lean into the comfort & care & compassion you’re needing. 💛 It’s easier said than done at times, and this is a reminder & encouragement to be good to you. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #itsokaytonotbeokay #itsokayifallyoudidtodaywassurvive #survivalmode #bekindtoyourmind #selfaware #human
Something to consider—how often do you check in with yourself & what you’re needing? I’m 100% guilty of mindlessly checking Instagram instead of myself at times (I think this is called being human). So, I’m certainly not claiming innocence here—rather, naming it as a way to remind you (and also give you a nudge) to check in with yourself to see what you’re needing. 💛✌🏻 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #selfaware #checkinwithyourself #begoodtoyourself #whatdoyouneed #reminder #life
While it’s easy to share photos of me when I’m doing fun things or looking nice & ready to see clients—more often than not, this is the view on the other side—I haven’t showered or brushed my teeth yet & have been lounging in my pajamas with my animals. Remember that people are just people and behind Instagram posts & photos (even the ones that seem perfect) are just imperfect humans. Thanks for the inspiration for this one @socialmomentsmarketing (PS—I highly recommend following her account. She’s great) ✌🏻 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #thisisme #imperfect #livingmybestlife #showyourface #therapistsofinstagram #hello
There are MANY ways to show someone love—it’s not always through words. ✌🏻💛 Which of these resonates with you most? Whether it’s a way you give love to people or like getting love yourself? #violetcrowntherapy #vct #love #waystoshowlove #begoodtoyourself #begoodtopeople #lotsofwaystosayiloveyou #showlove #itsthelittlethings
Something to consider…in what ways do wonder, appreciation, and love show up in your life? There isn’t a right or wrong way to answer this…rather, I’m just curious what comes to mind. 🤍 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #wonder #appreciation #love #lifethoughts #foodforthought #thingstothinkabout #ponder
Feelings can be fickle & they don’t always make sense (and that’s okay). Here is your reminder (and permission) to feel all the feelings. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #feel #feelyourfeelings #feelallthefeels #emotionalbeing #emotional #multiplethingscanbetrueatthesametime
All are welcome queer. Always. 🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜🖤🩶🤍🤎 I see you & you matter. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #queer #allarewelcomehere #youmatter #lgbtq #youareimportant #youareimportantandyoumatter
Some self-care mantras for you today (and all days). Take what feels right for you & leave the rest—or even use these as guidelines for you to create your own mantra. 💛 Either way—know you are worthy of the time & intention & effort it takes to take care of you. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #selfcarethreads #selfcare #mantra #mantras #begoodtoyourself #bekind #lifehacks
The first time I really learned about (and attempted to practice) mindfulness was in grad school—I was told to mindfully eat a raisin & I hated the exercise so much, I switched classes to another professor. 🤷🏼♀️🙈😂 At that time, I thought mindfulness wasn’t for me—and many years later, I realized how wrong I was. It took time for me to be comfortable practicing mindfulness (and I still find it hard at times)—but I had to learn that mindfulness doesn’t always require raisins (and it doesn’t even have to involve food…although it can). Rather, it’s about slowing down and focusing on where you’re at in any given moment (and noticing how you’re feeling, what you’re thinking, what you’re needing, etc.) There are MANY mindfulness practices—I’ve named JUST a few here (along with a quick explanation of what mindfulness is). I’m curious what your relationship to mindfulness is & what some of your favorite mindfulness techniques are (OR ones you’re curious about)? 💛💛💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #mindfulness #whatismindfulness #mindfulnessstrategies #bemoremindful #themoreyouknow #itsthelittlethings
Sometimes #selfcare looks like a weekend getaway. I’m feeling grateful for opportunities to explore new places, friendships that have lasted almost 20 years, and new inside jokes & memories made. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #travel #selfcarethreads #weekendgetaway #begoodtoyourself #friendship #sometimesselfcarelookslikethis
Celebrated 3,000 hours (and almost) full licensure 5 years ago. My bestie & her mom helped me celebrate with this cake—which was probably a strange request to make when they ordered it (and was one of my favorite cakes I have ever gotten). What a journey the last 5 years have been 🤗💛✌🏻 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #therapistsofinstagram #therapythings #iykyk #celebration #memories #goodtimes
Therapy doesn’t have to look like one thing or another—sometimes therapy can look like laughing & telling jokes & sharing memes…and other times it can look like crying to processing grief or anger (or a billion other things). Whatever you have to say, I promise it’s something your therapist wants to hear about. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #therapythings #therapythought #therapistsgototherapytoo #giveyourselfpermission #feelitall #themoreyouknow
This nugget of wisdom from @themodernmystic222 stopped me in my tracks & gave me space to think about times I’ve experienced rejection in my life. I could give you 1000+ examples—but the one that really comes to mind is when I was applying to grad school. I didn’t get accepted into one of the programs I applied to (obviously this is a terrible feeling). AND had that not happened, I may not have gone to where I went (St. Ed’s)—where I met lifelong friends, met a woman who was a guest in one of my classes who I ended up working for for 4+ years, and learned from professors who I deeply respected & love learning from. While that rejection hurt—it wasn’t where I needed to be (which I am able to recognize many years later). Rejection can hurt. And it can also be a form of protection. 💛 Also—please know that rejection is not synonymous with cruelty. I don’t want this to get jumbled in with that (because forms of rejection can certainly come off in unkind, cruel ways). #violetcrowntherapy #vct #rejection #protection #life #lifehacks #wordsofwisdom #makesyouthink
Friendly & forever reminder to check-in with yourself & what you’re needing. You matter. Take care of yourself. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #begoodtoyourself #protectyourenergy #energy #youmatter #takecareofyourself
To avoid sadness is to avoid love. Give yourself permission to feel it all. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #feelings #feelyourfeelings #sadness #itsokaytobesad #love #feelitall #begoodtoyourself
More curiosity, less judgment. Please & thank you. ✌🏻 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #curiosity #morecuriosity #lessjudgement #mantra #themoreyouknow #begoodtoyourself
I woke up yesterday morning thinking I had really bad allergies (in Austin—that’s totally reasonable). Turns out I’m sick. Last time I was sick, a thought I had was that maybe I was experiencing symptoms of depression—which felt more possible than me being sick (and not that there’s anything wrong with experiencing depression & it made me sad that societally & culturally, that seemed more feasible). So, rather than hiding it, I want to name it. AND also name ways I’ve been taking care of myself & letting my body get what it needs. Whether it’s been stretching or talking on the phone or taking midday naps, I’ve been listening to my body & that feels more important than anything. 💛💛💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #listentoyourself #begoodtoyou #itsokaytobesick #itsokaytonotbeokay #selfcarethreads #selfaware
15/10 recommend reading Self-Compassion by @neffselfcompassion This is something she shares in the beginning of the book & it’s been so interesting noticing how I interact with my body differently. This is especially true when I go to yoga and we’re in various stretching positions—I’ll hold onto (or rub) a part of my body and intentionally have something like “love” or “care” on my mind while I do it & it seems like such a simple (and beautiful) gift to give myself. Obviously I wanted to share this gift with all of you, too. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #selfcompassionpractice #physicaltouch͏ #touch #physicalconnection #themoreyouknow #begoodtoyourself #bekindtoyourbody #bekindtoyourmind
I shared a story with someone earlier about a time (less than 1 year ago) where I was fat shamed in a direct & cruel way. Hours later, I was perusing my personal Instagram (I was looking for something old) & saw a post I shared from when I was reading “Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?” by @mindykaling where I talked about how much this quote resonated with me. It feels curious & serendipitous that I shared that story & then rediscovered this quote within hours of each other and I’m feeling proud for myself in this moment. I’m also feeling grateful for the work I’ve done regarding #selfcompassion and ALL of the work I’ve done in therapy to be able to read something like this & feel it in my bones. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #selfaware #begoodtoyourself #bekindtoyourbody #bodylove #selfcarethread
Grief is something we all collectively experience (at one point in time or another), yet it’s an experience that is deeply personal & individual. However you experience grief is okay—just give yourself permission to feel it. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #grief #griefjourney #feelings #feelyourfeelings #begentlewithyourself
Feel your feelings, y’all. For a billion reasons, this is often easier said than done—and I assure you your feelings/emotional experiences exist for a reason. 💛 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #feeling #feelings #emotionalexperience #emotionsmatter #listen
Reminder for you today & everyday to come: nobody has it all figured out (no matter how true they may seem)…whatever “it” may be anyway. 💛✌🏻 #violetcrowntherapy #vct #life #lifereminder #themoreyouknow #begoodtoyourself #begoodtoyou #begoodtopeople
Therapy is as unique as you are—no one-size-fits-all when it comes to personal growth and healing. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #therapy #therapythings #themoreyouknow #therapyisnotonesizefitsall #therapistsgototherapytoo #selfaware
Y’all—I’m just over 50 pages into “Self-Compassion” by @neffselfcompassion and have already had so many ah-ha moments & have a lot of reflecting to do. 💛 When I got to this example in the book, I audibly laughed aloud and realized HOW OFTEN I try to manage my inner critic by being unkind to her (because she’s unkind to me) & figured I’m probably not alone in doing this—so wanted to share this reminder (both for myself & all of you). Self-kindness is wildly different than self-indulgence & it’s something that you’re deserving of, no matter what. #violetcrowntherapy #vct #selfcompassion #selfkindness #begoodtoyou #begoodtoyourself #themoreyouknow #innercritic
Setting boundaries is not about building walls, rather they help create spaces where self-respect and well-being are prioritized. This holiday season, many people are around people that may challenge our boundaries (in one way or another)—so here are some reminders of what boundaries are & suggestions to enforce them. Keep in mind—this applies ALL the time (not just during the holidays). ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #boundaries #boundariesarehealthy #selfreminder #begoodtoyourself #themoreyouknow #relationships #therapythoughts
Holidays can be tricky, y’all (and even that is an understatement). If you’re feeling lonely this holiday—know you’re not alone & check out some of these strategies to manage holiday loneliness. ❤️ #violetcrowntherapy #vct #holidayseason #holiday #holidaystress #holidayloneliness #lonely #begoodtoyou #therapythoughts