Journey to a balanced and complete self.
As mental health awareness month draws to an end, lets take a moment to recognize the need to practice self-care and the care of others. Normalizing mental health can greatly alter the stigma behind the topic. Everyone, and I mean even the most put together individual has internal conflicts. For some it is a result... Continue Reading →
We are just two weeks away from turkey, stuffing, and quality family time. Although we all look forward to good food and company, the process can be stressful and the conversation can take a judgemental turn. Having the thoughts and opinions of family members is unavoidable, so to make it through with some semblance of... Continue Reading →
The holidays are less than 3 weeks out and it is the time of year many begin to reflect on their life and relationships. Before focusing on the present it is common to review the past. Today's post, I have to admit, was inspired by Ariana Grande's latest hit "Thank you, Next" where she pays... Continue Reading →
Not one quality that you possess is truly a weakness. In many cases a trait or behavioral response simply needs to be managed more effectively. Recently I participated in a program geared to recognizing individual personality traits and using that information to improve on communication. Each of us were provided a block consisting of 4... Continue Reading →
"Love means never having to say you're sorry," (~Erich Segal) is not the case in healthy relationships. People make mistakes and part of learning from them is to acknowledge the infraction. Saying sorry is also a step toward healing those who have been hurt. But just saying the words is not enough. The intent and... Continue Reading →
Making the time for self-care can be a chore, especially with to-do lists, play dates, sporting events, and family functions. A hectic schedule does not mean you need to forgo activities that promote mindfulness and relieve stress. The idea of self-care does not have to be carried out in solitude. To ensure you are caring... Continue Reading →
At some point in our lives we find ourselves behaving in a way that will appease others. I used to think that in the grand scheme of things that was not a bad thing. Not only are you avoiding potential conflict, but you are being a team player. But over time what happens is you... Continue Reading →
Speak the impeccable word! That was the mantra and goal of day 11, of our 15-day Habits of Successful People Challenge. It is a practice I first began working on after reading The Four Agreements eons ago. And honestly I thought I had a good handle on it. Yesterday while consciously keeping the challenge in... Continue Reading →
Analyze the connections in your life and ensure they are not hindering or derailing your goals. If so, make a plan to minimize your interactions or discuss the issues. Decide if more connections relating to your goals should be made. Join online groups and communities that will foster your interests, you never know who you... Continue Reading →
Today work on minimizing and eliminating the negative things you think and say. Practice projecting things that hold true to your values. The parts of others and situations that build negativity in our lives only exist because we allow it. Like many of the other challenges, this one is going to take tons of practice,... Continue Reading →
