How to Hold Space- Not Toxicity

“Ever been told to ‘calm down’ and instantly wanted to do the opposite? Yep, me too. Let’s talk about why those phrases backfire—and what to do instead.”

“We mean well when we say things like ‘don’t worry’ or ‘it’s not that bad’—but oof, they usually miss the mark. Here’s how to hold space without shutting someone down.”

“Sometimes the kindest thing we can do isn’t fixing, comparing, or reassuring—it’s just showing up, listening, and holding space (even when it’s uncomfortable).”