It is not always easy to talk about what is going on internally. Often it can feel easier to put a “fake” smile on your face and pretend everything is ok. But that isn’t sustainable. The problem with keeping our struggles to ourselves is those...
Have you heard about the concept of mindfulness? It involves being aware of the thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations that you’re experiencing at any given time (this is commonly referred to as “present moment awareness”). Practicing mindfulness offers numerous benefits, including: Reduced stress, anxiety, and...
Are you an introvert? People with this personality type tend to feel more comfortable focusing on their inner thoughts and feelings rather than what’s going on around them, and they often feel re-energized after spending time on their own. Society often paints introverts as being...
Do you find yourself setting New Year’s resolutions each year, only to forget about them months, weeks, or even days later? If so, you’re not alone. According to statistics published by Forbes, the average resolution lasts only 3.74 months. In fact, so many people abandon...
You made it. You survived. You are on the other side of family/friend holiday gatherings. But, what do you do now? All that time with family and friends, especially if you struggle with trauma/attachment difficulties, can take a lot out of you. On the surface,...
If you’re often overwhelmed by worry, you’ve probably looked into steps you can take to relieve your anxiety, and you might have come across something known as “stress baking.” Does baking really help reduce anxious thoughts? For many people, it does! Here are a few...