How do we stay open-hearted when life feels too heavy to hold? In today’s episode, I respond to a powerful letter from a listener navigating the tension between protecting their energy and yearning to reconnect. We’ll explore how pulling back can sometimes keep us stuck, and how generosity—even the quiet kind—can gently reopen our hearts.   If you’d like to go deeper into this work, visit iintendtobehappy.com—it’s a wonderful place to begin your journey with me.