The Benefits of Mindfulness, and What It Actually Means
Many of us have set intentions to be more mindful in the New Year. The term has caught on more recently, and just in the last decade, an increasing number of people have Googled the word “mindful” for more information
Four Steps to Better Intention Setting
Rather than utilizing traditional New Year resolutions, I prefer to set an intention (or several) for the year. This way, I'm able to focus on the feeling that I want to have at the end of the year and make
6 Ways to Communicate for Connection
Have you ever rolled your eyes after receiving a text? A text that the sender intended to elicit assistance or sympathy. After receiving what I considered to be a rather melodramatic text recently (and rolling the above mentioned eyes), I
An Attitude of Gratitude
With the holidays looming ahead, the days can be a struggle for people who deal with mental health issues. The stress of family celebrations, gift-giving, or the hardship that might come with being alone over the holidays, can all make
A Diary vs A Journal
A diary and a journal are similar in that they are both used to keep personal records. Diaries deal with more your day to day activities. On the other hand, a journal leans more towards thoughts, feelings and, frequently, broader
Learning to Let Go
You’ve probably seen the phrase on Instagram, or if you’re a Disney fan like my sister, you’ll remember it from Frozen. “Let it go.” I considered the phrase again recently, inspired by autumn and the season of “letting go.” After the last
3 of the Best Ways for Authentic Journaling
Being authentic in our busy, packed-to-the-gills schedules can make being mindful and fully present a challenge. Along with all the things that can bring anxiety and sorrow. While being authentic is a lifelong journey, there are times when it is easier
Learning (and Re-Learning) Creativity
Quite often, I write about habits and how we might build healthier, more consistent routines. However, something we forget to include in our daily schedule is creative expression. Are You Expressing Yourself? Creative expression is necessary throughout childhood and throughout later years
Are You Resisting Your Own Transformation?
Resistance to transformation: It happens to everyone, even when you have the best intentions. Whether you’re trying to establish a better morning routine or want to build a habit of walking more, it’s easy to get off track when you’re
Relishing in the Freedom of Solitude
Everyone needs solitude, and even individuals in the happiest of pairs need alone time. I didn’t realize it until later in life that I was an ambivert (someone who is a balance of extrovert and introvert qualities). And as such,