We often wear “strength” like an armour, praised for being resilient, dependable, and unshakable. But behind that image is a quieter truth: strength can be isolating. When everyone assumes you’re invincible, no one thinks to check if you’re okay. This piece explores the hidden weight of being “the strong one,” the loneliness it creates, and how real strength is found not in carrying it all, but in allowing ourselves to lean, to ask, and to be seen.

I’ve always been the person who jumps in to fix things , a problem-solver by nature. Over time, I realized this habit had crept into my relationships, leaving me emotionally drained and sometimes resentful. In this post, I explore why the urge to fix isn’t always the healthiest response, how to set boundaries without guilt, and why protecting your own energy is just as important as helping others.