The New Year Doesn’t Have to Begin with Becoming

The holidays have come and gone, and as the new year begins, many feelings, associations, and meanings may still linger. For some, the holiday season offered warmth, connection, and a much-needed pause after a long, exhausting year. For others, the days leading up to and following the holidays can stir complex, confusing emotions that don’t neatly resolve once the calendar turns. As the world rushes forward into January, many parts within us may still be catching up.

ifs therapySharon YuJanuary 10, 2026michael-hung

Suicidal thoughts are deeply human and deeply misunderstood.

Suicide is not an easy conversation. It lives in a place many of us would rather turn away from, and that silence can feel devastating when we are the ones carrying these thoughts. When we already feel overwhelmed or hopeless, being misunderstood can deepen the ache. Myths and assumptions widen the distance, leaving many of us feeling more alone when we most need connection.

cptsd trauma therapySharon YuNovember 28, 2025michael-hung

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