Feeling bored on vacation? You're not alone. In this candid post, I share my unexpected journey in Oaxaca, Mexico—how a chance meeting with Lorenzo, an indigenous Zapotecan man at Monte Albán, transformed my trip from boredom to meaningful connection. Learn about ancient plant medicine, cultural heritage, and why authentic experiences matter more than highlight reels. Sign up at marielepage.com to follow my journey as I move away from social media and focus on deeper connections.

Who are you beyond your thoughts and emotions? Explore what it means to be more than your mind through mindfulness, psychology, and spiritual perspectives. 🌿 #SelfDiscovery #Mindfulness

Leaving a controlling belief system can trigger somatic fixation and body distrust. This post explores how to reconnect with your body, process trauma, and rebuild autonomy with practical and compassionate strategies.

Feeling overwhelmed by climate anxiety? Learn practical ways to manage eco-dread, process grief, and take meaningful action for a healthier emotional balance. 🌿

For me, 2024 was a transformative year filled with self-discovery, challenges, and moments of connection. It was a time of exploring new ways to heal and diving deep into old wounds, from religious trauma to eating disorder struggles. This journey wasn’t easy, but it was marked by breakthroughs in self-awareness and embodiment.

My relationships played a pivotal role this year. Stronger bonds were formed with friends and family, marked by honesty, growth, and even difficult conversations. There was also plenty of joy and exploration—planting basil, hiking noise-pollution free trails, taking improv classes, and getting lost in incredible movies and shows like Poor Things and Somebody Somewhere.

It wasn’t just about external experiences; this year brought a deeper understanding of the self. Whether it was learning to sit with emotions, processing existential fears, or finding moments of calm amidst life’s chaos, there was a growing sense of presence and acceptance.

As 2025 approaches, the focus shifts to building strength—physically, emotionally, and mentally—while embracing the wild, untamed aspects of life. The year ahead holds promises of curiosity, courage, and continuing the journey toward wholeness.

Ever felt existential dread seeing a once-youthful celebrity now visibly aged? Explore why this triggers nostalgia, temporal dislocation, and reminders of our own mortality. #Aging #ExistentialDread #Nostalgia

Helping clients balance rest and learning during trauma recovery? Discover strategies to reframe rest, embrace small reading goals, and explore alternative ways to honor intellectual curiosity with compassion. #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthSupport

Helping clients navigate trauma recovery? Explore compassionate strategies for introducing movement and emotional healing during intense trauma work. #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthSupport

Is music triggering deep fears of emotional overwhelm for your client? Learn how to guide them in reclaiming a safe, healing relationship with music and emotions. #MentalHealth #SpiritualAbuseHealing

Can music feel safe again after spiritual abuse? Learn how to help clients reconnect with emotions, rebuild trust, and reclaim the joy of music without fear of manipulation. #MentalHealth #SpiritualAbuseHealing