Unraveling the Lies: A Path to Empathy and Self-Love

Unraveling the Lies: A Path to Empathy and Self-Love

A was around 10 years old when I misused my Aunt’s pepper spray. I sprayed some on my wrist and told my brother to smell her perfume. He screamed. For the life of me, I don’t remember if I laughed. I hope not. But then, I knew what it was, and I knew that...
When “Helping” Can Hurt: The Power of Support

When “Helping” Can Hurt: The Power of Support

A recent TikTok video opened my eyes to a crucial difference – the distinction between helping and supporting loved ones in need. The therapist presenter explained that while both involve caring, they differ in approach. Helping involves taking action on our own...
Life and Wisdom: The Parent’s Folly

Life and Wisdom: The Parent’s Folly

A couple of days ago, I was having an interesting conversation with my daughter. She shared with me that from her perspective at 24, the decade from age 13-23 was a crazy period. She was learning things about how people and the world work. She was figuring out how to...
Welcome to Journey With Gena!

Welcome to Journey With Gena!

Journey with Gena: where healing meets growth and you find your tribe! Have you ever felt lost, adrift in a sea of uncertainties? Perhaps past hurts still linger, or the future seems like a vast, uncharted territory. Here at Journey with Gena, we understand....