We all have habits - those that serve us and those that might not. Our habits are important because they can have an enormous impact on our lives in the…
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Want More Holiday Joy? Practice Appreciation!
The holidays can be such a magical time: the lights, the music, the glitter, the poignancy of childhood memories. Because the holidays can bring up such a range of emotions…
5 tips to Manage Holiday Stress
Why are holidays so stressful? 45% of Americans report feeling stressed about their mental health during the holiday season. While the winter holidays and their traditions can certainly bring joy,…
Working with the Inner Critic
Learn how to work with your inner critic and build up your inner champion. Meet the Inner Critic Have you ever been excited about a new venture? Perhaps you have…
A Compassionate Approach to Emotional Eating
For those of us who engage in emotional eating, it can seem to be a mysterious process. Why do we do it? What is the payoff? In practice, it is…
A Mindful Approach to Anger
Most of us have experienced strong anger at some point in our lives. For some of us, recurrent anger can create difficult and painful issues. Perhaps you can relate to…
Why You Should Start a Dream Journal
Have you ever had dreams that seemed special, significant, or hyper-real? What about having the same dream over and over? If so, you are likely one of many who have…
Finding Flow: The Antidote to Languishing
Have you been feeling like you’re going through the motions of life, not necessarily depressed but definitely not thriving? In a previous article, we discussed what it means to be…
Why You Procrastinate (And How to Stop)
If you tend to procrastinate, why do you think you get stuck in this cycle? Here’s a hint: it’s not just a time management problem and it doesn’t mean you’re…
3 Life-Changing Benefits of Mindfulness
What is mindfulness exactly? It’s a state of open awareness and acceptance of whatever is going on for you internally and externally in the present moment. Some people tend to…