Emotional Wellness

Many people struggle to distinguish between overthinking and discernment. You question yourself, second-guess your instincts, and wonder if what you feel is real or just fear. But what if it’s not anxiety? What if it’s guidance? In this episode of Forward in Freedom , Tanya J. explores how discernment works, why we ignore it, and how learning to trust it can transform your relationships, your peace, and your direction in life. What Is Discernment? Discernment is not suspicion

Introduction Personal growth is often imagined as a journey filled with clarity, peace, and freedom. While those outcomes are real, the process of healing can also bring unexpected shifts in the relationships around us. One of the most surprising discoveries many people experience is that not everyone celebrates your healing. Some people become distant. Some respond with quiet criticism. Others begin treating you differently. In Episode 10 of Forward in Freedom, host Tanya J.

Personal growth is often described as empowering and freeing. Yet many people are surprised to discover that healing can also create tension in their relationships. As you grow emotionally and spiritually, the dynamics that once felt normal may begin to shift. In this episode of Forward in Freedom , host Tanya J. explores a difficult but important truth: sometimes growth changes relationships in ways that cannot be undone. What once felt stable may begin to feel strained, and

Introduction Personal growth often brings clarity, peace, and emotional healing. But surprisingly, it can also bring something many people don’t expect: guilt . You begin setting boundaries. You stop rescuing situations that were never yours to carry. You slow down. You tell the truth. And suddenly, something inside you whispers that maybe you’re doing something wrong. In Episode 8 of Forward in Freedom , host Tanya J. explores why guilt often appears when people begin to ou

Introduction Have you ever chosen peace and suddenly felt tension ripple through your relationships? Have you ever stepped into clarity and realized that not everyone around you was cheering? For many people, healing and personal growth bring unexpected changes in their relationships. As boundaries become clearer and decisions become more intentional, the dynamics around them often shift. In this episode of the Forward in Freedom podcast, Tanya J. explores why relationships c

Introduction The moment you decide to live with clarity, some people will celebrate it and others will resist it. Not because you are doing something wrong, but because your growth disrupts what they once benefited from. For many people, learning to set boundaries feels empowering at first. But shortly after making those changes, they begin to notice something unexpected: tension where there used to be compliance. In this episode of the Forward in Freedom podcast, Tanya J. ex

Introduction Every time you agree to something that costs you your peace, energy, or integrity, you quietly give someone else authority over a life that was never meant to be managed by them. Many people know they should set boundaries. Yet when the moment arrives, something inside them tightens. Guilt appears. Fear follows. And instead of protecting their time or energy, they say yes again. In this episode of the Forward in Freedom podcast , Tanya J. explores why setting bou

Introduction Have you ever finished a conversation and found yourself replaying it over and over in your mind? Maybe it was a single sentence, an awkward pause, or the tight feeling in your stomach that lingered after the conversation ended. Many people dismiss those moments by saying, “It wasn’t that serious”  or “I’m probably overthinking it.” But when those feelings happen repeatedly, they may be signaling something deeper. In this episode of the Forward in Freedom podcast

Have you ever found yourself in a situation, reflecting back and wondering how you missed the signs? Emotional blind spots can cloud our judgment and lead us to accept unhealthy dynamics in our lives. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of emotional blind spots as discussed in the Forwarding Freedom podcast and provide practical insights to help you reclaim your clarity and confidence. Understanding Emotional Blind Spots Tanya Johnson, host of Forwarding Freedom,

Have you ever found yourself feeling trapped under the weight of pressure, whether at work or home, where your thoughts become jumbled and your confidence begins to fade? In this episode of the Forward in Freedom podcast, host Tanya Johnson explores how to regain clarity and composure when life's challenges threaten to cloud our thinking. Understanding the Fog In the journey of life, many capable and intelligent individuals encounter situations where mounting pressure causes

Introduction Have you ever found yourself feeling lost in a relationship or situation, questioning your instincts and decisions? Welcome to "Forward in Freedom," the podcast dedicated to helping individuals think clearly amidst difficult dynamics and regain their confidence. In this episode, Tanya Johnson introduces listeners to the concept of transitioning from confusion to clarity, a journey she refers to as moving from "Fog to Freedom." Understanding the Fog Tanya Johnson