For years, I played a game I never signed up for – “Make Everyone Around You Happy.”

If someone was upset, I rushed to fix it.
If someone was disappointed, I bent over backward to make it right.
If someone didn’t like me? I twisted myself into a version they might approve of.

Exhausting.

And you know what? It didn’t even work.

Because no matter how hard I tried, people still had their moods, their opinions, their reactions.

Then, one day, I asked myself: What if I just… stopped?

Stopped rescuing.
Stopped over-explaining.
Stopped making their emotions my responsibility.

At first, it felt uncomfortable.

But then – freedom.

Now, I let people have their feelings while I have mine.

I can be kind without carrying their emotional baggage.

I can hold space without making it my job to fix.

And you can, too.

Where are you carrying emotions that aren’t yours to hold?

It’s time to set them down.

With love,

The Art of Emotional Sovereignty

Nothing has transformed my life more than realizing that it’s a waste of time to evaluate my worthiness by weighing the reaction of the people in the stands.

~ Brené Brown

When we make ourselves responsible for others’ emotions, we create an impossible task: managing feelings we can’t control. True sovereignty begins when we realize that we can be compassionate witnesses to others’ emotional experiences, but we aren’t meant to be their emotional managers. 

This week, notice where you might be taking ownership of others’ feelings and practice allowing people to have their own emotional experiences without rushing to fix them.

Skeem Fireplace Glass Match Cloche

I discovered the Skeem glass match cloche when I was looking for a way to elevate my daily rituals. I love how it blends beauty with purpose. I use mine to light candles throughout my home, creating those small moments of intention that punctuate my day.

The sophisticated design adds elegance to any room while keeping the matches beautifully accessible. It’s a piece that makes the everyday feel special and serves as a reminder that sovereignty starts with small, mindful choices.

Stop Managing Other People’s Emotions

Emotional boundaries aren’t about building walls – they’re about creating space for authentic connections to flourish. This week’s podcast explores how to remain deeply present with others while honoring your own emotional sovereignty. 

Discover practical ways to set healthy boundaries without guilt and support those around you without absorbing their emotional state. If you want to learn to walk that beautiful line between compassion and emotional freedom, this episode is for you.