Fear is a natural human response, designed to protect us from danger. But when fear becomes overwhelming, persistent, or triggered by situations that aren’t truly life-threatening, it can take over daily life.

A new season always brings a sense of possibility. Whether it’s the start of a new month, a shift in routine, or simply a fresh week ahead, we’re reminded that new beginnings aren’t limited to January.

As the sun lingers a little longer in the sky and the days stretch out before us, summer brings the perfect opportunity to pause, reset, and reconnect with yourself.

Losing my gran felt like losing the sun, as if the warmth had been drained from the world and I was left to navigate a fog that wouldn’t lift. She was more than a grandmother. She was my anchor, my cheerleader, my safe place.