Many say the two core pillars of self-care are Movement and Mindfulness. Much of how we are and what we do is a result of how we move our body and where we focus our mind. Movement Moving our body is critical for good health, we all know that. How you hold your body, and [...]
Feeling Bored Have you ever been bored? You know, that place when you find yourself unsure what to do next, when there’s nothing in particular needing to be done, and you are ambivalent about what to do? Maybe you are waiting on something, feeling restless, or just not sure of what to do with your [...]
Since the beginning of time, nature has been used for its restorative value. Taoist created gardens to improve human health, a 17th century guide advises readers to ‘spare time in the garden…there is no better way to preserve your health’, and there were the ancient gardens of Mesopotamia. Of course, there is John Muir’s observation,‘Thousands [...]
Assessing each area of your life Many people come to me seeking support in living a satisfying or fulfilling life. Often they are feeling stressed, lacking energy or direction, unfulfilled. Can you relate? How do you access greater satisfaction and joy? Well, let me tell you, and it's not that difficult! Ask yourself this question- [...]
Creating an Inspiring Work Environment Now that many of us spend more time working from home, we need to be even more diligent in our self-care. No, I’m not talking about doing more, but I am suggesting approaching your self-care and personal needs in a different, more effective way. Here are 7 tips to creating [...]
Thursday, December 17th, 5:30pm Friday, December 18th, 10am (2 different opportunities to join!) Concerned about staying healthy this Winter? Need ways to reduce stress during these shorter days? Would you like more ease and joy going through the season? Did you know the common cold occurs over 100 million times a year and accounts for [...]
Neuroplasticity There is much evidence about positive psychology and our ability to change our thinking. Neuroplasticity, brain change, is a growing field, recognized as a critical way to help people feel better about themselves and live a more positive life. This suggest that there is a system to retrain your mind. Consider this- Every time [...]
I was climbing a small mountain the other day, I felt unsettled, and the world felt unsettled. When I feel this I wonder, ‘Is it me?’, or am I picking up ‘stuff’ from out there? Do you ever wonder this? Sometimes I don’t feel good about life, even without good reason, and I can’t blame [...]
“Life is complex. Each one of us must make his own path through life. There are no self-help manuals, no formulas, no easy answers. The right road for one is the wrong road for another…The journey of life is not paved in blacktop; it is not brightly lit, and it has no road signs. It [...]
Do you ever feel like you’re not getting anywhere? Maybe you keep trying something, wanting a certain result, but all the effort seems for naught. Feels discouraging, or maybe like you’re wasting time? Have no fear, maybe you are just stopped! Whatever it was that you were doing, you just stopped. Stopped moving forward or [...]
