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Healing Through Journaling
Through my own experiences with trauma, grief, and personal growth, I’ve learned that healing is a journey best taken one step at a time. Here, I share the lessons I’ve picked up, practical tools for self-discovery, and stories that remind us that we’re never alone in our struggles.
Whether exploring forgiveness, learning to manage anxiety, or just looking for a moment of calm, I hope these words bring you comfort, clarity, and encouragement. Healing isn’t always easy, but it is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.
Look around, and I hope you find something that resonates with your heart.
With love and kindness,
Brandilyn C. Hallcroft
Discover the Power of Self-Awareness with the New Awareness Journal
Awareness isn’t just about paying attention; it’s about understanding. For me, it means stepping back and observing my thoughts, emotions...
Brandilyn Hallcroft
3 min read
The Nature of Judgment: How Is It Created?
When we start seeing people for who they are—beyond our judgments—we give ourselves and others the freedom to be authentic.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
5 min read
Hormones and Mental Health: Understanding the Link for Everyone
Hormones are key players in our lives, influencing everything from daily energy levels to managing stress.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
6 min read
My Journey Through a Toxic Work Environment: When Enough is Enough
Despite this environment, I stayed focused. I took my tasks seriously, kept a low profile, and did my best to fulfill my responsibilities.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
4 min read
The Art of Balanced Friendship: Navigating Connection in a Lonely World
Too often, one person puts in most of the effort—always reaching out, always showing up—until they realize that the friendship might disappe
Brandilyn Hallcroft
5 min read
Understanding Trauma: What It Is, and What It Isn't
While some of these experiences are painful or uncomfortable, they don’t always qualify as trauma in the true sense.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
5 min read
Manifestation Isn’t Just Making a Wish: My Journey with Intentional Living
Manifesting often gets reduced to a wishful “just think it, and it will happen” approach, but it’s so much more than that. Manifestation...
Brandilyn Hallcroft
3 min read
Generations of Mental Health: Progress, Setbacks, and the Policy Impact on Well-Being
Mental health has taken quite a journey over the last several generations.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
6 min read
Understanding Emotional Flooding: Recognizing and Responding in Healthy Ways
Most of us experience emotional flooding at some point. It’s a powerful state where our emotions take over, leaving us physically tense...
Brandilyn Hallcroft
5 min read
New Triggers Journal: Your Guide to Understanding and Transforming Emotional Reactions
Triggers are emotional reactions that occur when something in the environment reminds you of an experience or unresolved trauma.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
3 min read
Helen Palmer’s Story: A Cautionary Tale about the Dangers of Enmeshment
Helen’s story highlights the importance of self-healing and the need to cultivate a strong sense of self.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
5 min read
Recognizing Red Flags vs. Green Flags: A Guide to Navigating Relationships with Awareness
Relationships are complex, multifaceted experiences that shape who we are. They can lift us or leave us feeling drained, questioning...
Brandilyn Hallcroft
4 min read
The Hidden Link Between Malnutrition and Mental Health
Mental health is shaped by countless factors, including life experiences, genetics, and, often overlooked, our nutrition.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
5 min read
Navigating Loneliness in Personal Growth: Why Healing Can Feel Isolating
Personal development and healing change how you view yourself and the world.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
5 min read
Negative Reactions to Boundaries (And Why You’re Not Wrong to Enforce Them)
Setting boundaries is essential for healthy relationships, self-respect, and emotional well-being.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
5 min read
Embracing Empowerment: Letting Go of Relationships Without Vilifying Others
Taking ownership of our healing means we no longer need to make someone else “the bad guy” to validate our pain.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
4 min read
Why "Playing Games" in Dating is Toxic: Understanding the Manipulation Behind "Hard to Get"
In the dating world, playing "hard to get" or keeping someone guessing might seem harmless—or even wise—when trying to keep someone's...
Brandilyn Hallcroft
5 min read
The Truth About “No Contact” and Why It’s Not About Winning Someone Back
There is overwhelming content in online relationship advice about using the "no contact rule" to “win someone back.”
Brandilyn Hallcroft
4 min read
What a "Player" Really Is: Understanding the Unhealthy Patterns Beneath the Charm
The term “Player” has been used for decades, often glamorized as charming, elusive, and hard to pin down.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
4 min read
Why Journaling Helps: A Personal Journey of Reflection and Transformation
One of journaling's most powerful benefits is its ability to help identify the root causes of our thoughts and behaviors.
Brandilyn Hallcroft
4 min read
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