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 11/15/25 Ruth H 11/15/25

Why People-Pleasing Keeps You Living Half a Life (And How to Reclaim Your Authentic Self)

You said yes to another committee at work, even though you're already drowning. You smiled and agreed when your friend suggested that restaurant you hate. Here's the thing no one talks about: people-pleasing isn't actually about being nice. It's about living half a life because you've disconnected from who you really are.

Ruth H 10/5/25 Ruth H 10/5/25

Why You Keep Falling Back Into the Same Patterns (Even When You Know Better)

That feeling when you've tried everything and you're still right back where you started. If this resonates, this post is for you.

Ruth H 8/18/25 Ruth H 8/18/25

What Launching a Meditation Class Taught Me About My Own BS

Turns out you can teach meditation and still completely lose your mind launching a class. Who knew? What I learned about doing things scared and why that's exactly as it should be.

Ruth H 7/13/25 Ruth H 7/13/25

A Love Letter to My Nieces

A letter to my nieces about love, strength, and growing up—reminders I wish I’d heard, and hope you’ll carry with you too.

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.