Trauma in the Body
According to Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk, trauma literally reshapes both body and brain, compromising sufferers’ capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust.
mindfulness
10 Simple Ways to Practice Mindful Self-Care
Mindfulness is the practice of being present and paying attention to the here-and-now. It takes intentionality of mindfulness to bring self-care into true practice.
Mindfully Weathering the Storm with R.A.I.N.
Instead of giving in to the storm inside, you can learn to equip yourself with the strategy of R.A.I.N. This strategy enables us to apply mindfulness in a self-compassionate way.
Enjoy the foods you love AND be healthy: Mindful eating
It can be confusing know what healthy food choices are when we often hear conflicting messages. With mindful eating, we can practice listening to our bodies and make choices for ourselves that promote our health and well-being.
What’s the Weather Like Inside You? Mindfulness for Kids and Adults Alike
At times our feelings can feel so jumbled and all over the place that it is hard to put words to all that is…
Picture This! How to Get What You Dream
Vision boards can be helpful for people who are looking to discover, clarify or focus on their future goals. Creating a visual representation of…
Add Flavor to Mindfulness with Color and Music?
There has been much focus lately on the benefits of mindfulness, a practice that encourages focused attention and self-acceptance in the present moment. You…
Fear and Panic: How to Take Back Control
Imagine you’re in an elevator mentally running through your list of to do’s for the day. Suddenly, the elevator stops between floors. The lights…
Parenthood: The Power of Breathing
Parenthood is an adventure. Each day brings new challenges and new surprises. We can feel exhilarated one moment and the very next minute we…
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