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Practicing Patience
I have been struck time and again by how much patience we have needed over the past three years. COVID ground the world to a halt. Supply issues have meant waiting for goods and
Understanding and Enforcing Boundaries
The end of the year brings its fair share of celebration. Even with the ideal plans, the best company, and every item on your wish list ticked off, the holidays require plenty of energy. The boldest extrovert might
Reflecting on Men’s Mental Health
Every November, Men’s Mental Health Month brings awareness to the specific ways men struggle with their mental and emotional wellbeing. Reflecting on these challenges can help us to better understand them and support the men in our lives well beyond the month of November.
Letting Go of Guilt and Shame
Autumn has arrived, and as the days grow colder and the sunlight dwindles, many find themselves overwhelmed by changes in emotional routines. The worsening weather, the increased time indoors, and the pressures of the holidays can all impact our moods.
Blue Monday and Beyond: 3 Strategies to Weather the Weather
It was Blue Monday last week, deemed the saddest day of the year. I have been reflecting on my interactions with people during January, and I have to say the world seems particularly down.
The Practice of Forgiving Yourself
We have all had periods in life that we aren’t proud of. Moments we wish we could take back. People we wish we could un-hurt. Sometimes we carry these painful memories with us for a lifetime
Completing the Stress Cycle: A Guide to Combating Stress
We are surrounded by negativity these days - politically, economically, socially, personally. It feels harder and harder to shake off. The added stress of the pandemic is pushing people to the edge. How can you care for yourself and release stress when so many stressors feel out of your control?
What is TRUE Self-care?
Self-care advice is everywhere these days. The pandemic has brought out anxieties in most of us and self-care is one thing we can control in this world of uncertainty. It is easy to turn to consumer-based approaches: pedicures, chocolate, dinner out.
5 Obstacles to Sexual Pleasure and How to Address Them: A Post for Women and the People Who Love Them.
Many women I speak with have times in their lives where they have lessened desire. Sometimes it is a lull in a relationship after being with someone for an extended time.
Mindful Sensory Bedtime Practices to Help You Fall Asleep
After a long day of work, socializing, or looking after children, do you look forward to going to sleep? Are you confident that you will get to sleep? Stay asleep?
4 Powerful Habits to Become More Assertive
Being assertive means being direct about what you need, want, or feel in a way that’s respectful of others. Using assertiveness as a communication skill can help reduce conflict, build your self-confidence, and improve your relationships.
How to Build a Morning Routine with S.A.V.E.R.S
Although morning routines can be challenging for people, the benefits are undeniable. A good morning routine puts you into a positive mental state, bolsters confidence, increases energy, and keeps your goals top of mind.