Self-compassion and discipline. When speaking with clients, these two concepts are often seen as opposing ideas, something we have to choose between. The fear commonly expressed is, “if I give myself compassion and kindness, I am never going to get anything done! My life is going to be a free-for-all, … Read More
New Mothers: Give Yourself a ‘Self-compassion Break’
As a new mother, increasing self-compassion can go a long way in mitigating the negative outcomes associated with anxiety and overwhelm.
A Random Act of Kindness: What Doing for Others Can Do for You
Acts of kindness can actually affect our brian chemistry resulting in some not-so-small physical, emotional, and mental benefits!
Galentine’s Day, Every Day
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Did you celebrate Galentine’s Day? Same-sex friendships can be some of the most valuable and foundational relationships in our lives.
How to handle failure (when you don’t stick to your resolutions or goals)!
For many of us, when we fall short of sticking to these resolutions it can feel like a deep personal failure.
Shaking Shame: Part 3 – Practice Self-Compassion
Practicing self-compassion can be a key step to helping you shake perfectionism and shame in your life by teaching you to be kind and understanding when confronted with personal failings.
How to Have a Bikini Ready Body
Health and beauty exist at every size. No matter what size you are, how old you are, or how many kids you’ve had, you have a body worth celebrating and your body is bikini ready!
Ease the Back to School Butterflies
As summer comes to an end, you may notice your kids asking more questions about going back to school. The start of a new school year may also bring on a case of butterflies about all the upcoming changes. Kids may feel worried about having a new teacher, finding friends … Read More
Ease the Back to School Butterflies
As summer comes to an end, you may notice your kids are asking more questions about going back to school and may even have some butterflies about all the upcoming changes. Kids may feel worried about having a new teacher, finding friends to sit with at lunch, or even if … Read More
Overcoming Unkindness
Have you ever been in situations where you have been subjected to other people’s snide remarks or mockery (of course, under the guise of innocent teasing). When you are subjected to this type of unkindness by friends or by family members, it can be easy to make an excuse. “Perhaps … Read More
