Many movies have messages within them or takeaways that invite us to reflect on who we are or how we move through life. Inside Out and more recently Inside Out 2 are great examples of movies with a message. Inside
Validation from others helps us feel understood and safe. Validating different parts of ourselves – especially the parts we are ashamed of – helps to align our goals and gain self-assuredness. I was out with my toddler son when he
Is wanting validation from others a sign of weakness? Yes, and that’s not a bad thing. When we validate someone, we make them stronger. In fact, the words “valid” and “value” come from the same Latin root “valere,” or what
Does connection happen effortlessly? Or does it take work? An inside joke among close friends. An encouraging word from a parent to their child. A gentle hand on the lower back from a loved one. These are all small ways
