Everyone has a time in life when they recognize that they are no longer living in the moment. You may look at things going on around you and feel hopeless and stuck, like you are on autopilot and things just happen to you, rather than you being the one in the driver’s seat. Finding a […]
Category: Self Care
How to Practice Self Love
It seemed so easy at the time. A simple business marketing class that had us list monthly themes. Maybe I should have tried harder, not gone for the obvious but I chose self-love as my theme for February. It never occurred to me that I would have to think about my own self love in […]
5 Tips for Better, Healthier Boundaries
We all have boundaries. Maybe you don’t feel like you do, because of many times past when people have overrun you. Somewhere around the umpteenth time of being taken advantage of, of being ignored about your own needs, and treated as though your time is not valuable, you start to believe that you’ve lost whatever […]
6 Hobbies That Make You Healthier
It’s an appealing idea to embody the Vulcan words of farewell, “live long and prosper.” However, navigating the creation of a long, healthy, and prosperous life can feel overwhelming, or worse, tedious. To combat this, it helps to make things that are good for us both accessible and fun. To that end, the following six […]
The Art of Patience
The Dictionary defines patience as, “the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset. “ Patience is a skill that many of us could learn how to master better. We may get short with our kids, have some road rage, or struggle with other issues that make us stamp […]
Is Food Your Friend or Foe?
Many people have a complicated relationship with food, for different reasons – concerns about health and physical appearance, and feelings and memories associated with food. However, where you stand in regard to food is not always clear. Finding out where you stand is the first step towards a healthier, more fulfilling relationship with food. Friend […]
What is an herb?
Ask the average person to define herbs and he or she will probably tell you that herbs are green leaves that may have some medicinal properties. Some may even add that herbs like Thyme and Sage are used for cooking. This is how most people define herbs, which is quite good knowledge considering that the […]
Know Your Own Worth
Understanding your worth as a woman is important. In a society where women have historically faced discrimination from others in a variety of contexts and cultures, understanding that you do have value in the world is essential for feeling empowered. Think of understanding and embracing your own worth as fuel for empowerment. When you understand […]
6 Mantras That Calm Your Mind & Bring Inner Peace
Mantras are wonderful tools that you can use during meditation as well as other parts of your day. Whether you’re deep in meditation or simply trying to remind yourself of something important, a mantra is a great way to center your thoughts and keep yourself on track. If you’re having trouble developing a mantra or […]
LLC and the Healing Process
I paused on the step and looked up at the building, so much had changed since I walked up these stairs many months ago. My husband caught up with me and asked if I was alright, I assured him I was. He gently touched his hand to the small of my back and lovingly guided […]
Poor Sleep and Chronic Illness
We’ve all suffered through days of headache, fatigue and irritability after a bad night’s sleep for whatever reason. Sure, you can make up for it with a power nap or by sleeping it off the following night. But when insufficient sleep becomes the norm and you’re not getting anywhere from 7 – 9 hours of […]
Pneumonia and Grief
I woke up at 3am screaming in pain. My left shoulder was in agony. The pain radiated front to back and into my breast. Of course it was the breast cancer side. My mind raced at possibilities I didn’t want to think about. I was struggling to breathe, and my ear felt like it was […]