Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself

I recently finished reading "Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself" by Kristin Neff and it brought me a lot of hope. I have spent way too much time beating myself up over a variety of things and sitting in feelings of guilt and shame for way too long. Neff assures us there's... Continue Reading →

Joy: Is It What It’s All About?

The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Douglas Carlton Abrams really puts things into perspective and I'm excited that it could make all the difference. I've always been one to feel guilt for experiencing joyous emotions when I know others are suffering so... Continue Reading →

Have you tried the CAN Method for Stress Relief?

There is no doubt about it. These are extra stressful times across the world as we continue to endure the unknowns of viruses, lock downs, and social deprivation. Thankfully, we humans have a built in mechanism, thought control, that can help dissipate feelings of overwhelm effectively. But it's not instant and it takes consistent practice.... Continue Reading →

Should We Practice Mindfulness Every Day?

Mindfulness is more important than ever during these times of isolation and stress. You know it's important to focus on the present moment and avoid multi-tasking, but have you ever wondered how often you should be practicing mindfulness? The answer will vary for each person but there are a lot of good reasons to practice... Continue Reading →

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