Rayna Gochanour

12/09/2025

It’s never our differences that divide us, it’s our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate them.
If I don’t define myself for myself, I will be forced into other people’s fantasies and expectations, and I will be consumed by them.

But when I choose to be powerful, when I use my strength in service of my own vision, fear loses its importance. I become liberated and afraid of nothing.

When we speak, we fear our words won’t be heard or welcomed.
But when we stay silent, we are still afraid… so we might as well speak.

11/26/2025

Raw, real, and unfiltered.
That’s how more people need to live — and how more people need to listen.

We’re in a society where if your truth doesn’t sound like the exact version of “positivity” someone wants to hear, suddenly you’re the problem.
You’re “mean.”
You’re “negative.”
You’re “the bad guy.”

But that’s not how honesty works.

You can be a good person and still speak your mind.
You can care about people and still set boundaries.
You can want peace and still refuse to silence yourself to make others comfortable.

Not everything that’s true sounds pretty.
Not everything that heals feels gentle.
Not everything that’s honest fits inside someone else’s definition of positivity.

And that’s okay.

Keep being real.
Keep being honest.
Keep being you — raw, real, and unfiltered.

The world needs more of that.

11/19/2025

10/13/2025

Some days you’ll have it all together.
Other days, you’ll be a beautiful mess with coffee in hand and determination in your eyes.
Either way;show up.
Because consistency isn’t about being perfect, it’s about refusing to quit on yourself.

05/18/2025

Be done playing small!

Your time is NOW!

05/07/2025

If you’re focused on the worst in life, you’ll find yourself living it. Shift your perspective, and watch how your world transforms.

05/06/2025

You gotta take that next step or you'll be doing the same s**t for the rest of your life.

05/03/2025

Your gut pushes you to leap, but your adult self plays it safe. At some point, you have to stop letting fear disguised as responsibility hold you back. When will you finally trust your gut and go for it?

02/25/2025

Never dull or dumb yourself down for anyone—stand in your full power and authenticity, always.

02/22/2025

You Deserve Better Than Last-Minute Invitations

Being left out or only included as an afterthought can be painful. But here’s the truth—you don’t have to accept it, and you certainly don’t have to pretend it’s okay.

You have your entire life ahead of you to find the people who truly value you. The ones who invite you first, not as an afterthought. The ones who make you feel seen, appreciated, and included.

Don’t shrink yourself to fit into spaces where you’re not genuinely wanted. Don’t fold to unhealthy behaviors just to feel a temporary sense of belonging.

You are worthy of real connections, real friendships, and a life that reflects your worth. Keep growing, keep choosing yourself, and trust that your circle will find you. 🥰 Rayna C. Gochanour

02/20/2025

When people go quiet, it’s not always about distancing themselves from others. They may be searching for a peace they’ve never experienced, realizing it’s time to rebuild and prepare for the next phase of their journey. Not everything is personal, and everyone’s path is unique. Don’t be afraid to take steps alone and embrace the journey meant for you. 🥰