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This is our fourth post in a series where we explore daily practices that nurture and encourage healing. Our last post discussed creating balance between relationships and digital technologies. This post explores the benefits of sleep and useful tools that help … Continue reading
This is our third post in a series where we explore daily practices that nurture and encourage healing. Our last post discussed “The Importance of Play.” This post explores how we can create balance and boundaries with our digital devices in … Continue reading
This is our second post in a series where we explore daily practices that nurture and encourage healing. Our last post discussed the “Healing Power of Beautiful Spaces.” Daily habits can contribute to increased levels of happiness and contentment. Several … Continue reading
Many of us practice daily habits in order to maintain our health. We brush our teeth every day as an essential step of oral and heart health. Many of us engage in some form of daily exercise to maintain our … Continue reading
We all have filters. Our filters are created from childhood, past relationships, what others modeled for us by their example, and how we intersect with culture. Everyone has different experiences that inform each person’s filters and lenses. These filters are … Continue reading
Compassionate self-talk has been shown to calm the threat-detection system and allow us to be more understanding with others. Kristin Neff is an expert in self-compassion. Her research found that “people who can first give themselves emotional support and validation will … Continue reading
Many people struggle with anger. We may have numerous, overwhelming commitments to family, home-life, work, school, and community that can leave us feeling depleted and stressed. It seems there are not enough hours in the day. Endless tasks create a … Continue reading
An ancient Greek philosopher named Heraclitus once said, “The only thing that is constant is change.” Transitions are a normal part of life, although they leave us feeling overwhelmed at times. One way to breathe through transitions is to develop … Continue reading
Our culture chases after many things in an effort to fulfill our desire for happiness. We spend a considerable amount of our time following the dictates of what others say will make us happy. Society promises better friends if we … Continue reading
We are in full holiday swing. Along with the festivities come parties, good food, presents, laughter, and twinkling lights. We gather with family and friends to celebrate our relationships and remember another year together. We also may find ourselves becoming … Continue reading