Cecilia Yeung

When silence replaces connection, both sides carry the weight of the distance. Few things hurt more than when family members stop...

If you grew up as the "good child," you likely became a successful adult who others rely on. But what if that success masks a quiet struggle? This post explores how the childhood need to please others leads to a life that looks good on paper but feels inauthentic. It's about letting go of the performance and starting the journey of becoming whole.

Are you constantly driven yet feel something's missing? That's the hedonic treadmill in action. As a counsellor and nurse, I see many professionals caught in this cycle. It's not a flaw, but often a misunderstanding of dopamine – the brain's molecule for motivation, not pleasure. Learn how to distinguish genuine satisfaction from the endless chase. Discover simple steps to recognize impulses, create space, and inquire deeply into your true needs.