There are times when our scattered thoughts make it difficult to concentrate on any one thing. At other times, we may be so obsessively stuck on one thought that it distracts us from everything else. When our energy fragments in this way, it can lead to mental exhaustion and can eventually manifest as physical exhaustion, … Continue reading Reclaim Your Energy
A warm, genuine smile brings with it the opportunity to communicate with another person, whether we’re greeting a friend or a stranger. When we share a smile, we can express friendliness, kindness, and connection. Our smiles have the potential to make someone’s day better, including our own, as we acknowledge others and let them know … Continue reading Smiling Is the Best Medicine
We tend to lead busy lives, always on the go or trying to squeeze in one more item on our to-do list, giving our time and attention to other people, situations, and tasks. As a result, our need for self-care can fall to the bottom of the list as we focus our energy outside of … Continue reading Self-care is NOT Selfish
No matter how busy we are or how full our schedule is, we must make it a priority to take time to rest. We often fill up our days with as much as we can possibly pack in, and at the end of the day we are exhausted and either still have tasks left undone … Continue reading Allowing Tranquility
When we’re overwhelmed and dealing with challenging times, depression, and feeling like nothing is good, it is especially important to be gentle and compassionate with ourselves, and to not succumb to feelings of despair, fear, and anxiety. I know; easier said than done, right? “No storm, not even the one in your life, can last … Continue reading The Sun Is Always Shining Somewhere
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!
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