The Womind Journal

The Mental Load of Always Being the Strong One You’re the one everyone calls during a crisis. The one who keeps it together when everything falls apart. The one who’s reliable, calm, capable, and composed. You’re “the strong one.” And no one ever asks if you’re okay . Being the strong one becomes part of your identity, so much so that you forget who you were before you learned to carry so much. While the world admires your strength, they often forget that even strong people get tired. My Story: Strength Woven into Survival As a single mother, I didn’t have the luxury of falling apart. I had to keep going no matter how exhausted, broken, or overwhelmed I felt. I was the one my daughter looked to for stability, for comfort, for safety. I was the provider, the nurturer, the protector, the decision-maker. There was no one else. Just me. People would say, “You’re so strong, I don’t know how you do it.” But they didn’t see the silent nights I cried quietly so my child wouldn’t hear. Th...

When Healing Makes You Lonely: The Isolation of Doing the Work Healing is often romanticized. We picture self-care routines, soothing music, yoga, or quiet journaling in the morning light. But what no one tells you is how lonely healing can feel. Especially when you’re the only one doing the work. Choosing to heal, truly heal means choosing to break patterns, face trauma, set boundaries, and sometimes, walk away from people you love. It means standing in front of the mirror and seeing yourself fully, honestly, and often, painfully. It's raw. It's exhausting. And yes! it's isolating. The Quiet Gap Between You and the People You Love One of the hardest parts of the healing journey is noticing how much space begins to grow between you and the people who aren't healing. Conversations start to feel surface-level. Shared habits no longer align. You begin to crave depth, honesty, and emotional safety and you realize not everyone is ready to give that. It’s not that you’re ...

Smiling Through the Struggle: The Hidden Pain Behind High-Functioning Anxiety We all know someone who seems to have it all together. They're successful, organized, cheerful, always the ones you can count on. But beneath that bright smile and busy schedule, there might be a battle no one sees. This is the quiet reality of high-functioning anxiety,  a condition often masked by perfectionism, people-pleasing, and silent exhaustion. 🌪️ What is High-Functioning Anxiety? High-functioning anxiety isn't a formal diagnosis, but it's a real experience. People with it appear composed on the outside, but on the inside, they may be struggling with: Constant overthinking and worry Fear of failure or letting others down A need to stay busy to avoid their thoughts Difficulty saying “no,” even when overwhelmed They often excel at work, meet deadlines, and take care of others , but at the cost of their own mental peace. 🧠 The Pressure to Perform People with high-funct...

The Weather and Your Mood: How Climate and Environment Affect Mental Health Have you ever noticed how gloomy days make you feel sluggish, while bright, sunny mornings seem to lift your spirit? You’re not imagining things. Science, psychology, and even personal experience show us that the climate we live in and the daily weather we wake up to, can deeply influence our mental health. In this blog, let’s explore how our environment affects our emotional well-being and what we can do to stay mentally balanced, no matter the forecast. ☀️ Sunshine and Serotonin: Why Light Makes Us Feel Good Sunlight helps our body produce serotonin, a neurotransmitter that boosts mood and supports feelings of calm and focus. That’s why people often feel more energetic, motivated, and happy during sunny days. In colder climates or darker seasons, people may experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)  a form of depression that typically occurs during fall and winter when sunlight is limited. Symptom...

Decision Fatigue: The Hidden Anxiety Behind Choices Have you ever felt mentally drained by the simplest decisions, like what to eat, what to wear, or what to reply to a message? You’re not alone. That heavy, anxious feeling that creeps up when you have too many choices to make isn’t just stress, it’s something called decision fatigue . Decision fatigue happens when the brain gets tired from making too many decisions in a day. And it’s not just about big life choices. Even small, daily decisions build up until your mental energy is completely drained. When this happens, we feel overwhelmed, anxious, or even frozen, unable to choose at all. And here’s the hidden truth: decision fatigue isn’t only about mental tiredness, it often hides a deeper layer of anxiety. The fear of making the wrong decision, of disappointing others, or of dealing with the unknown future can weigh heavily on us. Why Decisions Make Us Anxious 1. The Pressure to Choose "Right" In a world where we’re...

When You Outgrow People: The Mental Conflict of Letting Go Life is a journey of constant change. As we grow, evolve, and discover more about ourselves, the people we surround ourselves with sometimes no longer fit who we have become. Outgrowing people is a natural but deeply complex part of life, and the mental conflict that comes with it can be heart-wrenching. Today, I want to share a piece of my own story, a story of leaving behind everything I built in Qatar over 14 years, including family and a life of comfort, to move to a new country and start fresh. This experience taught me a lot about the mental and emotional struggles of letting go, the invisible shifts in relationships, and the courage it takes to choose growth over familiarity. The Invisible Shift: When Connection Starts to Feel Different At some point, you realize something has changed, the conversations aren’t as easy or meaningful, the shared laughter becomes less frequent, and the values or dreams you hold dear no l...

Social Media Fatigue: When Scrolling Drains the Soul We all know the feeling: you pick up your phone intending to check a quick notification, then an hour later, you realize you’ve mindlessly scrolled through a flood of posts, stories, and endless updates. Social media was supposed to connect us, but sometimes it leaves us feeling drained, anxious, and even lonely. What Is Social Media Fatigue? Social media fatigue is the mental exhaustion that comes from constant online engagement. It’s when the endless stream of content stops feeling inspiring and starts to feel overwhelming. Instead of lifting us up, it weighs us down. It’s not just about spending too much time on your phone. It’s about how the content affects your emotions, comparing yourself to highlight reels, getting caught up in drama or negativity, and feeling the pressure to stay “on” all the time. Why Does It Happen? Information Overload Our brains can only process so much. The flood of news, opinions, and notificat...