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Tara Herrick Brown, M.S.

INUR REFLECTIONS: the blog

This is the INUR Wellness blog reflecting Tara's insights on holistic counseling, mindful living, and beyond.

FINDING STILLNESS IN THE BUSYNESS

our world is an always-on jumble of noise

Most of us don’t escape to the mountain’s to meditate in perfect peace. So how do you find stillness in the busyness—even if your “down time” is on your 15-minute commute?

RELATIONSHIPS: THE BEAUTIFUL INTERTWINING OF TWO SOULS

just like two flowers joined by their roots

In this metaphor, the relationship itself is represented by a brand new flower that emerges from the roots of each individual. It's a reminder that a relationship cannot exist independently of the two individuals involved. Each person brings their own unique essence, experiences, and needs to the connection, just like two flowers with their own distinct petals and colors.

YOU ARE THE OCEAN

not the container

The reflection in the mirror doesn't define you. Show the world your true self, your uniqueness, and let your authenticity shine.

Dive into the depths of your soul, for that is where your true power lies. You are not just a container, but an ocean of infinite possibilities. Embrace your authenticity, let your passions flow, and embrace the beauty of your own transformation.

BLUE HERON

a symbol of self-reflection and introspection

Have you ever sat at the water's edge or walked past a wooded stream and noticed the majesty of this graceful bird? Did it cause you to pause and just watch. Perhaps your breathing deepened and you felt your heart warm.

FEEL EMOTIONS

rather than fix discomfort

Discomfort is an invitation to grow. Lean into it, explore it, and let it guide you towards deeper self-awareness and personal transformation.

Feelings are messengers of your soul. Honor them, listen to them, and give yourself permission to fully experience and express them without judgment.

SEESAW OF LIFE

striving for balance

Life, much like a seesaw, is filled with ups and downs, positive and negative polarities. But what if I told you that we can find a way to transcend the constant back-and-forth and discover a still point, a fulcrum, where we can straddle both sides with ease?

BAD MEMORIES STICK TO OUR MINDS LIKE VELCRO

and the good ones easily slip away, like an egg from Teflon

It's a curious phenomenon, isn't it? Why is it that negative experiences and memories have such a strong hold on us, while the positive ones seem to fade away so easily? Perhaps it is the weight of emotions that accompanies those difficult moments, embedding them deep within our consciousness. Or maybe it's our tendency to ruminate on the pain, replaying those memories over and over in our minds.

FROZEN CHILD

listening to all parts of ourselves

These frozen aspects of ourselves still hold influence over our present lives, often causing us to react from a place of unresolved past experiences. But what if I told you that by truly listening to that inner child, we can create a space for healing and growth?

THE POWER OF ACCEPTANCE

and letting go of expectations

The holiday season can trigger emotions in even the healthiest of us. Ram Dass once said, "If you think you’re enlightened, go spend a week with your family."

LETTING FRESH AIR

into your heart

When we withhold love, it's like closing a window because we feel like others are intruding. Past hurts or experiences may have left us feeling vulnerable and guarded. But by keeping the window shut at all times is like saying, "I'll never open my windows for fresh air again because once there was a hail storm that caused damage."

PUSHING A BALL UNDERWATER

is like our attempt to keep emotions hidden, out of sight

Instead of constantly pushing our emotions down, we can choose to slowly allow them to come to the surface. It is a process that requires patience and self-compassion.

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