In her new book called Strong Like Water, Aundi Kolber writes, “… if we spend our lives trying to be “the strong one,” we become exhausted, burned-out, and disconnected from our truest selves.” Kolber’s words resonated with me. As someone who has always felt the pressure to be strong and self-sufficient, I can attest to the toll it can take on a person. It’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that vulnerability and asking for help are signs of weakness. Still, they are essential components of a healthy, fulfilling life by embracing our true selves and acknowledging our limitations. It’s a lesson I’m still learning, but I’m grateful to be reminded of it.
Kolber points to an alternative way to be strong where strength could be reimagined and redirected to a healthier version that doesn’t mean being alone and exhausted. She concludes, “What if true strength was more like the tide: soft and bold, fierce and gentle, moving together as one powerful force?”
Her first book, Try Softer, was a beautiful approach to move us out of anxiety, stress, and survival mode and into a life of connection and joy. Strong Like Water offers readers hope, encouragement, and guidance toward connecting with their inner selves.
At the Makin Institute for NeuroChange, we stand with Aundi! There is a better way to live, and it is possible to find happiness and joy. Our NeuroChange Pathway creates profound, lasting change in the fastest way possible. Developing intimate relationships that we frequently connect with starts the healing and wellness process. At the Makin Institute for NeuroChange, everyone has the potential to live a happy and fulfilling life. We join Aundi in her quest to find a better way to live, and we are committed to providing the tools and resources necessary to help her achieve her goals.
Our NeuroChange Pathway creates the fastest way possible to profound and lasting change. Through a combination of relational and experiential nutrients, we help our clients start the process of healing and wellness. Based on the latest research in neuroscience and psychology, we are constantly refining and improving our methods to ensure we provide the most effective treatment possible.
We understand that change can be difficult, so we provide a safe and supportive environment for our clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. Our team comprises experienced professionals committed to guiding each individual toward healing and transformation. We’re here to help you achieve your goals and unlock your full potential.
