Healing Reflections

A blog dedicated to supporting Black women with tools for emotional healing, self-love, and spiritual alignment. Embrace growth and transformation today.

The Hidden Cost of Saying Goodbye: Grief, Trust, and the Toll on Mind, Body, and Spirit: Grief, Trust, and the Toll on Mind, Body, and Spirit

Melissa Ifill

Published on: 03/01/2025

Even when leaving is the right choice, grief can be overwhelming, bringing shame, confusion, and even physical symptoms. This blog reflects on a year of unacknowledged grief and its impact on the mind, body, and spirit while offering five key lessons to minimize the effects of grief without abandoning self-care. If you’ve ever struggled with letting go, this piece will remind you that healing is possible—even in goodbye.

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Emotional Contagion: How to Protect Your Energy, Shift Your Mood, and Stay Grounded When the World Feels Heavy

Melissa Ifill

Published on: 06/01/2024

Feeling overwhelmed by other people’s emotions? Learn how emotional contagion impacts your mood and energy—and what you can do to protect yourself. In this blog post, Melissa Ifill, LCSW, explains how to stay grounded when the world feels heavy. Discover 5 powerful strategies to shift your mood, set emotional boundaries, and reset your nervous system. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, fatigue, or stress, these practical self-care tools will help you reclaim your peace and emotional balance.

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