Creative Ways to Increase Self-confidence
There are inherent dangers once we tread outside the norm. We could embarrass ourselves, we could fall flat on our faces, or we could do amazing things and, at the same time, experience the feeling we’re a fraud. The longer we pay attention to these unhelpful thoughts, the more likely they are to become our beliefs. Eventually, it’ll become our truth, and we won’t even question their existence. These unhelpful beliefs will become the distorted lens through which we view life. And they’re far from rose-colored.
Diving Off The High Dive
You don't realize how high up you really are until your toes are gripping the edge of the board. As you're staring at the tops of the trees, the pool seems so far away. This seemingly simple measure of fun and excitement now takes on a feeling of fear with your heart in your throat. The reality, it only takes one small step to hurl yourself into the deep end. And yet, you're frozen. Too frightened to move forward and equally afraid to admit defeat. What do you do?
5 Ways To Make The Most Out Of Your Therapy Sessions
You’ve been thinking about starting therapy for a while. You finally decided on a therapist. Now, you may be wondering: what are some really effective ways to make the most out of your 50-minute therapy session?
Finding the silver lining in an otherwise shitty situation
Let’s face it: it’s easy to get caught up in and stew over all the things that have gone wrong in a day.
3 Common Myths About Meditation Debunked
Meditation. It's a popular buzz word that often gets tossed around a lot. And although it may seem a bit mainstream, there remain a lot of questions and myths around meditation. Like what is it exactly, and am I doing it wrong? I was too afraid to ask the same questions when I first began meditating years ago. So, let’s clear up three common myths about meditation.
Oh My Busy Mind
Minds think. That’s what they do. It’s common to get hooked into unhelpful thoughts because of the stories and feelings you believe to be true about yourself. There are ways you can begin to unhook from your thoughts to tame your overthinking and busy mind. And you can start doing it today.
Burnout: Finding the Positives
Whatever you call it- fried, crispy, burnt- burnout is hardly seen in a good light. But what if I told you there were positives right dab in the middle of all that smoke? Before you roll your eyes in disagreement, hear me out.
Rest and Play: It’s not just for children
All of the cool kids are doing it. Play and rest, that is.
Watching Paint Dry
Sometimes, you can find peace and ease in the most unusual places - like watching paint dry.
My partner doesn’t want to go to couples counseling, but I do…
Did you know that you can go to couples therapy alone? Like your partner never has to step one foot in the door. I know, I know. You’d rather they go. But don’t let that stop you from getting the relationship help you need.
Accepting Compliments and Acknowledging Achievements: Why is it so freaking difficult
What if we walked across life’s stage and believed the compliment giver was right? Or believed with our entire being that our achievements were worth celebrating because we worked hard and we deserved it?
Letting Go - Like Autumn Leaves
Letting go isn’t only restricted to leaves in the Fall. From time to time, we notice that we’re holding onto beliefs, ideas, and thoughts that no longer serve us. When is it time to let go? How do you even go about letting go? Don’t worry; I’ve got you covered.
Coloring to Reduce Stress
Researchers – yes, that’s right…this topic has been researched – have discovered that the act of coloring can relieve stress. Coloring activates the part of the brain that stimulates creativity, as well as relaxes the part of the brain responsible for emotions and survival instincts. Hello, reduced anxiety and stress!
Simple ways to include self-care in your daily routine
I mean, think about it: when we’re stressed, almost everything can seem complicated and like a chore. By reducing that weight by just an ounce, we’re setting ourselves up for more favorable returns. But what is self-care? I loosely describe it as an intentional way to meet our mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical needs. That sounds good, right?
Stretching the Body and Mind
Do I work through the discomfort? Do I welcome the negative voices, knowing they only want to keep me from harm, not from accomplishment? Or do I buy into the moment’s uncomfortableness and believe the negative chatter or stop moving forward? What about you? Do you work through the discomfort?