Why goodness can sometimes become self-abandonment When Being Good Becomes a Full-Time Identity Most people grow up believing that being a good person is one of the most important things they can become. We are taught to be kind, helpful, polite, understanding, and considerate. These are valuable qualities. However, there is a side of goodness that is rarely discussed. Sometimes, being the good person slowly becomes an identity rather than a choice. When that happens, people

The Modern Obsession With Calm In today’s healing culture, calmness has almost become the ultimate goal. We are told to regulate, breathe deeply, stay grounded, and avoid emotional highs and lows. Social media is filled with phrases like “protect your peace” and “stay calm no matter what.” While emotional regulation is valuable, a quiet misconception has formed — that healing means always feeling calm. But healing is not the absence of emotion. It is not the constant pursuit