Dear Readers,
As we embrace this new year with optimism and purpose, it's time to focus on a transformation that begins from within. In a world that often prioritizes outward appearances that may later be deemed as a trivial superficial pursuit, ‘Catharsis’ reminds us that true wellness starts with nurturing the emotional and spiritual core of our being.
Before we focus on physical changes or external resolutions, let's take a moment to consider the foundation of our inner health. Emotional stagnation, unresolved feelings, and the burden of impractical socially induced expectations often yield a return of non-reciprocated benefits, which can weigh heavily on our hearts. But through self-reflection and intentional healing, we have the power to rise above emotional ground-zero to a relieved status of victory. And when the necessary detoxifying steps are applied, we become empowered with freedom to denounce those emotional antipathies clutched in life for way too long.
My book ‘Catharsis’ is more than just a book-- it's a tool for self-renewal, creatively offering anthologies, prose, and poetry, complete with questions and insightful discussions that guide us to understand and embrace our inner being. Two key pieces to explore include:
1. “Note, Say to Yourself, I'm Sorry”
This prose invites you to engage in one of the most liberating acts: forgiveness. Not just forgiveness of others, but of yourself. By addressing emotional wounds and releasing the weight of others, you gain the freedom to soar. It's a thought-provoking nudge that growth begins when we stop holding ourselves hostage to non-reciprocal relationships and unspoken burdens.
2. “I Am Hopeful”
Hope is more than a feeling--it's a conscious state of understanding why you believe in better days ahead. This selection doesn’t just encourage hope; it provides a framework for embodying it, taking you beyond hollow declarations into a deeper, more profound connection with your purpose.
As February approaches--a month synonymous with love--why not prepare yourself by first cultivating love within? Whether it's through journaling, reflective conversations, or simply taking time to acknowledge your emotional needs, Catharsis’ is the conversational memoir to inspire and guide your journey
Remember, you are not alone in how you feel. The universe is listening, God cares about your emotional well-being. You were created in His image, with intention, purpose and for His glory. Delve introspectively within the pages of ‘Catharsis’ and share it as a tool and let its pages offer a compassionate companion in this journey of self- discovery. Your voice matters, your experiences are valid, and your healing is a priority--not just for you, but for those you inspire through your resilience. So, this year let's focus on inner health before external changes. Let's forgive, reflect, and embrace hope. And “let's share the ink” -- because sharing our stories allows us to heal connect and grow.
Warm regards,
Dr. Rachelle Stevens
“Purging and honesty in every form releases the soul from bondage, so as every conflict deserves a resolution... this is my catharsis”