When I Got Into This Business, I Had Many Doubts Of My Ability To Help People Lose Weight, Gain Strength

🌌✨ **We Are Stardust** ✨🌌

Did you know that every atom in our bodies originated from the heart of a star? 🌟 The elements that make up the human body—carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and more—were forged in the intense heat and pressure of stars that lived billions of years ago. When those stars reached the end of their life cycles, they exploded in supernovae, scattering these essential elements across the universe.

So, the next time you look up at the night sky, remember that the same celestial fireworks that light up the cosmos are part of you. We are, quite literally, children of the stars. 🌠

#Stardust #CosmicConnection #Astronomy #Universe #WeAreAllConnected #ScienceIsBeautiful #StarStuff #CelestialWonders #psychology #personaltrainer #pediatrics #teampeds #pittsburgh #actor #empathy #compassion

I turn 42 tomorrow and this year has been a whirlwind of great moments, learning experiences and personal growth. I think I’ve reached that point in my timeline where I’ve shed most of the things that used to annoy or embarrass me, have a positive outlook on a whole new career industry with the completion of my Psychology bachelors degree in October and a great set of friends and family that would do anything for me.

There’s a quote from Anne Of Green Gables that I always think about on special days like birthdays, “It’s not what the world holds for you, it’s what you bring to it.’ The older I become, the less mundane I want my life to be and excitement about trying new things and experiencing untouched territory makes me very excited about the future.

#42 #birthday #olderwiser #stronger #lookingforwardtothefuture #lookingforward #thesearethespecialtimes #gratefulforlife #triparoundthesun #purpose #personaltrainer #psychology #actor #influencer

🌿 Mental Health Awareness Month: A Journey of Healing 🌿

In the tender spaces of our hearts, where emotions bloom like wildflowers, there resides a delicate balance between light and shadow. May is not just another month; it's a sanctuary of understanding, a beacon of hope for those navigating the labyrinth of their minds. As we embrace Mental Health Awareness Month, let us embark on a journey together—a journey of compassion, resilience, and profound self-discovery.

Each of us carries within us a narrative woven with threads of joy, sorrow, triumphs, and trials. Yet, amidst the tapestry of our lives, there exists a chapter often whispered in hushed tones—the chapter of mental health. It's a chapter marked by the complexities of anxiety, depression, trauma, and myriad other battles fought in the silence of our souls. But today, we dare to break that silence.

In the symphony of life, the melody of mental health sings a song of courage—a song that echoes the resilience of the human spirit. It's a reminder that vulnerability is not a sign of weakness but a testament to our strength, for in our vulnerability lies the seeds of healing.

To those who have weathered the storms of despair, know that you are not alone. Your journey is a beacon of hope for others, illuminating the path towards acceptance and understanding. Your scars are not blemishes but badges of honor, evidence of the battles you've bravely fought and the wars you've conquered within.

Let us cultivate a garden of empathy, where seeds of kindness and understanding are sown in the fertile soil of our hearts. Let us water it with love and tenderness, nurturing the fragile blooms of hope that sway in the gentle breeze of compassion.

This month, let us stand together as a community—a tapestry of diverse experiences and voices united in solidarity. Let us hold space for each other, offering a listening ear, a comforting embrace, and a shoulder to lean on. For in our collective strength lies the power to shatter the stigma surrounding mental health and pave the way for a future where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

#mentalhealthawarenessmonth #helpisavailable #dontsufferinsilence

When ordinary becomes memories and you then revisit old haunts, those ordinary memories come flooding back.

#memoriesforlife #kennywood #retiredemployee #oldhaunts

THE POETS AND THE SINGERS AND THE AUTHORS WRITE ABOUT ROMANTIC LOVE WHEN IT ENDS. BUT NOBODY TELLS YOU HOW TO GET OVER A FRIEND. (x)

oscar wilde / antoine de saint-exupéry, the little prince / the social network (2010), dir. david fincher / @jspark3000 (x) / ocean vuong, thanksgiving 2006 / stephen king, the body / house of the dragon, 1x04 / @s4pphoiduser (x) / the fray, how to save a life / radiohead, life in a glasshouse / succession, 1x08 / @ritikajyala (x) / richard siken, the worm king’s lullaby / hozier (x) / hannibal, 3x04 / fredrik backman, us against you / maggie nelson, bluets

We don’t know what lies on the other side of this world and this life. We won’t know that until the inevitable happens to each of us and I’m just that, it’s a gift. I don’t want to know the date that I’m going to leave this world and pass on to wherever it is that we go. All I know for sure is that I truly try to embrace each and every moment with others that I can now because nobody knows when that final day is going to come. That should be a motivator for all of us to do good, be available for those the we care about and cherish every moment. I’ve heard of people who never get excited about things because if they do and it doesn’t happen, they really don’t lose anything. If something does happen, they take it as a pleasant surprise.

What a terrible way to live life! A friend of mine told me today after chatting for a few minutes that I have one of the most gratifying jobs in the world because I help people who’ve need direction and who for a lot of reasons, have lost hope. What makes life worth living each day for me is to help restore some of that hope back inside of those people I work with. Being able to reach so many lives with the gifts I’ve been given is a testament to the trauma I’ve been through and the richness I’ve found in everyday life and I wish that for all of you as well. Make the most of the time you’ve been given.

#makethemostofit #life #lessonslearned #cherisheverymoment #littlemoments #everydaylife #everydaycanbeextraordinary #bealight #calminthestorm #therapy #personaltrainer #motivation #goodforthesoul #empathy #vulnerability #enjoylife #foryou #fyp #trending #thingsthatmatter #sunshine #lovenothate #lgbtq #gaan #gay #alliance #straight #humanity #reels #pittsburghgay #pittsburgh

That’s a wrap on the #2024 season of my life! Thanks for the lessons, the wins, and most importantly, the people! Here comes a great 2025!

#personaltrainer #psychology #fitness #mentalhealth #therapist #interventionist #pittsburgh #actor

Dear Men,

If you Love an Empath , Love them Honestly, and with all your heart.

Empaths don't take love lightly, they don't pretend. When they really chose to open their hearts to you, then expect to be blown away. Their love is intense, powerful, messy and sometimes difficult to deal with, but it is real. Empaths don't know how to love any other way.

An empath is someone who is very sensitive to people's Energy , Moods , Emotions , Situations and their Environment to the point where they can feel emotions as if they were theirs. They also have some psychic ability to ′′ know ′′ things without proof of it. A little mysterious and complex, their emotions are deep, but what lies below the surface is a world that is unique to them.

When you look into the eyes of an empath who opened their heart, you see Vulnerability , Honesty , Pain , Dreams, Happiness , Love. With these thoughts, ideas, emotions, desires flown over, not everyone can be in a relationship with an empath. Nothing keeps an empath away more than if you try to change his sensitivity and empathic abilities.

Empaths are different from the majority of people we know. They are Sensitive , Intuitive and Compassionate. They cry and see beauty everywhere. They feel the pain of others. They need the person they love to be honest. They feel all the dishonesty in the world, and need shelter from it.

Dishonesty does not work for an empath. Even if they are never meant to discover the deception, they will feel it. It's torture for them to know that we're doing something behind their back and not getting a direct response. Be honest and sincere.

In cages they will cause damage. They are like birds, they must be able to fly freely to where their emotions guide them. Caging them is cutting their wings. They will lose the light that guides their way if you try to control them. If this happens, they will stop opening up and they will hide the love they have to give deep enough in them. The damage is not easily fixed, but it can be avoided by not trying to cage them.

The empath you love has probably been heartbroken in his life and needs to be treated with sensitivity regarding the pace where things go between you two. Don't rush it.

You also need to let them spend time alone. Empaths need to recharge in a space that is unique to them. It's different for everyone but they need time to be alone. It can be tiring to always feel the energy of the people around us, please don't be embarrassed or bored when they need to recharge. This doesn't mean they don't like you or they don't like your company. This means they have to calm their minds and renew their energy. They will come back happier than before.

They often can't express how they feel. The emotions of an empath are incredibly complex, often to the point that they struggle to express how they feel. Give them space. Be understanding. Take seriously what they say.

Empaths are extremely creative people. There's always an idea that pops up from their minds. Take them seriously. Believe in them, even though the idea may seem crazy to you. Empaths, probably more than anyone, have the ability to truly change the world.

Listen to them when they open their hearts to you. Because when their enthusiasm, passion, and the words they use mix, something quite amazing is about to be created.

Empaths tend to be pretty wise people. They don't say it, but they feel everything so deeply that it comes naturally to them. If they are exceptionally intense, give them some space. If they need you, stay close. Their intuition is usually good.

Contrary to popular belief, they actually know what they're talking about. They are empathetic and they feel everything. So when they have a good feeling about something, trust them. When they think someone is lying, trust them. When they tell you about a dream because it touched their hearts, trust them. When they tell you a situation is not right, believe them. They see the past, future and present all at once. Trusting an empath in your life is showing life that you believe in it. This will lead the way.

Being an Empath is a Superpower - You Feel Because you came here to Heal.