It dawned on me a few weeks ago that I developed a habit of scanning for something to “heal”…I look for a physical or emotional symptom. When I had that realization I paused. In that silent pause I shifted my focus with the intention of looking for what’s positive/good/right (these seem like judgment words, but […]
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Setting Goals: What Do You Aim For?
Imagine this…you’re playing miniature golf, you see the hole. There’s also a little rip and loose cloth of the green to the right of the hole. You’re checking your posture and grip, you look toward the hole, then you look at the ripped green. In your mind you’re thinking “don’t aim toward that rip”, and […]
Do You Judge Yourself for Your Emotions?
Emotions…good or bad. Do you try to convince yourself that you shouldn’t be feeling the way you do, or you should just suck it up? Some of us have been taught it’s not ok to feel certain feelings. You know, it’s not possible to be constantly positive. There’s nothing wrong with positivity, but if we […]
The Stories We Tell Ourselves
“What the heck is going on?!?”I said to myself this morning as within minutes of waking up I was already feeling angst, depression, and anger. It began when I was doing a process of my morning routine, which includes immersing myself in a positive memory and elevating my emotional state. What has been happening lately […]
Kindness Goes a Long Way
One day I was balancing a toddler and a baby, along with an armful of books as I headed out of the library. As any parent with no more than two arms would know, it takes close to Herculean effort to open a heavy glass door while keeping everyone and everything from falling. No sooner […]
Exploring Various Meditation Techniques for Nurturing Mental Well-being
As I embarked on my journey towards cultivating a healthier mind and inner peace, I discovered a treasure trove of meditation techniques, each offering its unique benefits for mental health. With an open mind and a willingness to explore, I delved into these diverse practices, finding solace and tranquility along the way.Keep in mind that […]
Is it Possible to Choose our Mindset?
I want to tell you about someone I know. This man is always calmly positive and never says an unkind word about anyone. When he talks about things going on in his life he doesn’t share it in a complaining way. He seems to ride the waves of life and accepts the ups and downs. […]
The Healing Power of Humor
Laughter truly is the best medicine! I cherish a good laugh, don’t you? First, I must admit, I’m not funny at all. But, I am a good audience! My daughter is a riot and I try occasionally to convince her to go professional and make me rich. I’m grateful to live with someone who cracks […]
Using Your 5 Senses
When it comes to managing my mental health, I’ve learned that sometimes the simplest tools can have the most profound impact. One strategy that has been incredibly helpful for me is using my five senses to uplift my mental health. Our senses – sight, smell, taste, touch, and sound – have a direct connection to […]
The Power of Imagination
Through my adult life I had never been one to engage in intentional imagination. But a few months ago I learned just how transforming imagination can be. I don’t mean this in regard to creative things like art or music, although obviously imagination is important as an artist. I’m focusing more on imagination and it’s […]