When someone comes to us for support, it can stir up several emotions. We might feel flattered, special, uncomfortable, concerned, confused, or even angry depending on what they shared. It is important to remember, most of the time friends are not looking for advice on how to fix their problem and really just need to feel… Continue reading The Dos and Don’ts of Being a Supportive Friend
We are getting into the holiday season which means things are naturally going to become more stressful. Around the holidays, there is increased pressure to attend events, offer gifts to friends and family. There is opportunities for excessive spending if we aren’t careful. The holidays will never be completely stress free, but here are a… Continue reading Surviving the Holidays with Less Stress
Let Go of the ‘Perfect Body’ [Transcript] We are sent a lot of messages through advertising and social media that there is such a thing as a “perfect body.” We are told that there are clothes we should be wearing and exercise routines we should be following to try to change or reshape our bodies… Continue reading Let Go of the ‘Perfect Body’ [Video]
There are numerous benefits of slowing down your mind. When we slow down we feel more grounded and regain a sense of control in stressful situations. One way to slow down under pressure is to take a few moments and intentionally slow down our breathing. Using breath to calm the mind is a uniquely valuable… Continue reading Slow Down Your Breathing to Feel More in Control
Do I have an Eating Disorder? 5 Questions to Ask [Transcript] Have ever found yourself asking the question: Do I have an eating disorder? The first thing you should know is that an eating disorder is a very specific and significant thing that impacts your relationship with food and your relationship with yourself. Having a… Continue reading Do I have an Eating Disorder? 5 Questions to Ask [Video]
Do you wish you could take better care of yourself, but don’t feel like there are enough hours in the day? Finding time for self-care may feel impossible in a world full of distractions and when there is always more to be done. Yet there are simple tweaks you can make to your daily routine… Continue reading 5 Self Care Tips in 5 Minutes or Less!
“To lose confidence in one’s body is to lose confidence in oneself.” ~Simone de Beauvoir For many of us, maintaining a healthy lifestyle with a balanced fitness and diet routine is challenging. Scheduling activities that nourish our different needs is a helpful way to combat daily stress, stay focused, and recharge amidst a chaotic environment.… Continue reading How “Healthy” is Your Fitness and Diet Routine? 3 Things to Consider
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