Are you a rescuer or a companion? The difference matters


There are moments in life when the weight of emotional pain becomes almost unbearable. Times when even breathing feels like climbing a mountain. Perhaps you've been there – or maybe you're there right now – where well-meaning advice rings hollow and staying positive seems impossible.

In this week's article, “The Power of Companionship: Finding The Light During Your Darkest Moments,” I share deeply personal insights about what we truly need during our darkest moments. It's not solutions or advice we're yearning for – it's genuine human connection.

Drawing from my own experience and years of heart-centered coaching, I offer practical guidance both for those navigating difficult times and those called to be companions for others in pain. You'll discover:

  • Why being present matters more than trying to fix
  • How to reach out when you're hurting
  • The sacred art of holding space for another's pain
  • The difference between being a rescuer and a companion

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The Power of Companionship: Finding The Light During Your Darkest Moments

In a world that often rushes to fix, solve, and move past or avoid pain, choosing to be present – whether for yourself or others – is a radical act of love. When you’re the one hurting, remember that reaching out isn’t weakness; it’s an act of profound courage and trust in both yourself and others.


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