We’re half-way through the year, so now is a good time to evaluate whether we have met any health goals yet. We all know that exercising is good for us physically, but it is also good for us mentally. The benefits of moving our bodies range from weight management, to reducing risk for diseases, to … Continue reading Move It!
Scary things happen, but it’s how we deal with it that matters. Living in fear does not keep us safe. We may think that fear keeps us alert to danger, and to some extent it does, but it limits us more than it helps. Fear drains our energy and causes us to pull back from … Continue reading Living in Fear vs. Living in Awareness
It is so easy to become anxious and worried when we’re facing uncertainty. Even if we have done everything we can to make certain that we will have the best possible outcome, we often still have fears and doubts. Fear is natural, but if we let that control us, it will keep us stuck and … Continue reading Just Breathe
Having courage does not mean that you are never afraid. Rather, being courageous means that you face the situation as bravely as possible, despite the fear. You take that bold step, you face the ‘giant’, and you do what you can in the best way you can, even if you’re trembling with apprehension. “You will … Continue reading Be Courageous
There are times when motivation is hard to come by and we resort to avoidance and escapism. Boredom, depression, fear, feeling overwhelmed or unfocused, and having no particular goal or setting unrealistic goals, are just some of the factors that can contribute to a general lack of motivation. Many times, we make it much harder … Continue reading Feeling Unmotivated?
As stated in other posts, I am not a healthcare professional; this article is not intended to offer medical advice or anything else other than expressing my opinion and personal observations. Depression is a nasty monster. Sometimes it sneaks up almost without one realizing what has happened, other times we know the underlying reason for … Continue reading Dealing with Depression
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