Rosie Padilla

Childhood neglect is one of the most invisible—and impactful—forms of trauma. It doesn’t just shape your emotions; it imprints on your body, your nervous system, and your sense of self. In this blog, we explore how neglect in early life leads to powerful survival adaptations like people-pleasing, numbing, or perfectionism—and how somatic healing can help you gently unravel those patterns.

Heartbreak is one of the most universal human experiences—and one of the most misunderstood. It’s not just about lost love. Heartbreak can come from grief, betrayal, displacement, or the quiet ache of a dream that never came true. In this piece, we explore the emotional and somatic reality of heartbreak: how it lives in the body, distorts our patterns, and becomes a portal for transformation. If your heart feels heavy—from any loss, of any kind—this is your invitation to feel it fully, and begin

Here are 5 subtle childhood experiences that can quietly lead to addictive behaviors in adulthood, and what something different may look like.