by Aileen Ang | Jan 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
As we step into 2026, I want to invite you to begin the year with a mindset that is often misunderstood—but deeply freeing: Acceptance. Acceptance is not giving up.Acceptance is not weakness. Acceptance is taking your power back. After more than 20 years in mental...
by Aileen Ang | Dec 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
A Therapist’s Reflection on Teens, Safety, and Connection As a Therapist, one of the most common struggles I see in families is not a lack of love, but misunderstood intentions. Parents often come into therapy saying,“I just want to protect my child.” Teenagers come...
by Aileen Ang | Dec 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m tired of being nice”? Not because you want to be rude.Not because you’ve suddenly become selfish.But because you’re exhausted—emotionally, mentally, and sometimes physically—from constantly adjusting to others. If this...
by Aileen Ang | Nov 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
Many people ask, “What’s the difference between being selfish and loving myself? Aren’t they both about choosing myself?”It’s a genuine question—especially for those who grew up prioritizing others, suppressing their needs, or equating sacrifice with love. But the...
by Aileen Ang | Nov 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Christmas season is often called “the most wonderful time of the year.” But for many Filipino families, it can also become the most stressful. Between reunions, gift-giving, travel, and financial pressures, the joy of the season can easily be replaced with anxiety...