Welcome to the Ibi Ayo Blog
A space for insight, reflection, and growth. Mental well-being is a journey, and we’re here to provide guidance, support, and practical tools to help you along the way.Through thoughtful discussions on self-awareness, relationships and mental health, our blog offers a place to explore, learn, and find clarity.Whether you’re looking for expert insights from therapists, coping strategies, or simply a fresh perspective, this is a space to pause, reflect, and navigate life’s challenges with greater understanding.Wherever you are on your journey, you are not alone.
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Ghosting Your Therapist: Why It Happens and What to Know
Ghosting isn’t just something that happens while dating, it happens in therapy, too. You might cancel a session and never reschedule. You stop replying to emails. You disappear.
If you’ve ever thought about ghosting your therapist (or have already done it), you’re not alone. It’s more common than most people realize. But while it might feel easier in the moment, ghosting can leave important work unfinished and create more confusion than closure.
Here’s why people ghost their therapists, what it means, and what to consider before cutting off contact.
Understanding Trauma Dumping: Signs, Impact, and Healthier Alternatives
When we’re hurting, sharing our emotions can be a powerful way to heal. But sometimes, in our urgency to be heard and supported, we might unknowingly cross emotional boundaries both our own and others’.
This is where the concept of trauma dumping comes in.
In this blog post, we’re unpacking what trauma dumping is, why it happens, how it can impact others, and healthier ways to share difficult experiences.
Understanding Attachment Styles: A Path to Healthier Relationships
When it comes to forming relationships, we’re often unaware of the invisible forces that influence how we connect with others. Our attachment style plays a crucial role in shaping the way we interact with those around us. It’s a concept rooted in childhood experiences, but it extends throughout our lives, impacting friendships, romantic relationships, and even work dynamics.
The Grief of Missed Dreams: Mourning the Life You Imagined
Grief is often associated with losing a loved one, but there’s another kind of mourning that isn’t talked about enough “the grief of missed dreams”. This is the pain of realizing that something you deeply hoped for may not happen. It could be a career goal that didn’t work out, a relationship that ended, or a life plan that no longer feels possible.
“Am I the Problem?”-Reflections on Toxic Traits
This blog post explores the discomfort of recognizing harmful patterns within ourselves.
It aims to teach readers how to approach self-reflection with compassion, take accountability, and commit to personal growth without spiralling into shame.
Welcome to the Ibi Ayo Blog
At Ibi Ayo, we believe mental wellness is more than quick self-care routines and therapy buzzwords. Our blog is a safe space for reflection, growth, and insight