inspired words

Here’s where I share honest reflections, grounding tools, lessons I’ve learned (the hard way), and stories from the journey of living more authentically.

One post a month. No fluff. Just gentle insight and real talk.

Ruth H 6/15/25 Ruth H 6/15/25

What Burnout Looked Like for Me — and How I Found My Way Back

Ruth H 1/2/24 Ruth H 1/2/24

new year - time to reflect and set intention

New year, new you? Nope! New year, same you but with intention.

Ruth H 11/26/23 Ruth H 11/26/23

all the emotions

It can be hard when we feel all the emotions. Harder still to let go of them so we can continue to function at our best. Read on for some ideas to let go.

Ruth H 11/12/23 Ruth H 11/12/23

acceptance

When things are tough, you can find acceptance which can help usher in calm.

Ruth H 10/24/23 Ruth H 10/24/23

FEELING INADEQUATE

Feeling not good enough? It happens to all of us. Read more about it.

Ruth H 6/13/23 Ruth H 6/13/23

Kindess and compassion

We are taught to be kind to others but we should also learn about the importance of being kind to ourselves.

Ruth H 4/27/23 Ruth H 4/27/23

overcoming challenges

Challenges are hard :) That’s why they are challenges. There are some steps that can help you overcome them.