What do you want to express? There’s so much available for our consumption these days, isn’t there? Netflix, phone scrolling, self-help books, you name it. This isn’t inherently bad— we can learn from what we consume, it may help us relax, and so forth. Still, we need to monitor our use and tip the scales…
Be more conscious in conflict. So often, we get triggered and say something we later regret. Be kinder to yourself and your relationships by choosing to slow down, apply mindfulness techniques, and prioritize your needs. My recommendations come in two stages. Firstly, when you are in a regulated state, you can explore how you typically…
Let yourself be with ALL of it. I think there is a misconception that meditation is meant to be a blissful experience devoid of thought. We think we need to be a buddha levitating in the mountains to be meditating “the right way”. When actually, we’re human beings with busy lives and busy minds. In…
Acknowledge and respond. What is your anxiety trying to tell you? Our emotions don’t come out of nowhere. They offer signals and messages for us that get louder and louder without our attention and care. So the first step is to respect your emotion and its purpose. Anxiety is uncomfortable and sometimes intense. But can…
Your child has just been diagnosed with ADHD, and you’re likely experiencing a whirlwind of emotions. Fear, anxiety, and perhaps even guilt may be overwhelming at first, but there’s a big positive side to this diagnosis. It means that your child can receive the care they need through evidence-based programs, and you, as their caregiver…
My barn having burned down, I can now see the moon.” ~ Mizuta Masahide (17th century Japanese poet & samurai) Resilience is the capacity of a person to adapt to difficult or challenging experiences. Resiliency is a testament to the strength of human character along with our ability to choose a course of action despite…
In today’s fast-paced society, where technology reigns supreme and instant gratification is the norm, maintaining focus and attention has become increasingly challenging for individuals of all ages. Amidst the constant barrage of notifications, emails, and social media updates, the ability to concentrate on tasks and engage fully in meaningful interactions has become a precious commodity.…
Have you ever noticed there is a pattern in the way you communicate with your partner? Perhaps you tend to be critical and demanding in your relationship. You may feel dismissed and get little to no response when you try to connect with your partner. You may also notice that your partner tends to avoid certain conversations, or…
Mother’s Day is around the corner and many people will be celebrating it with the person who gave birth to them and raised them as a child. However, this is not the case for everyone. For some people their mother died during childbirth or due to cancer or she wasn’t around due to a drug…
Stress is a familiar yet complex phenomenon that affects our lives in myriad ways. Our bodies perceive stress through a network of brain receptors which react to external and internal stimuli. When stressed, our brain’s hypothalamus signals adrenal glands to release cortisol and adrenaline—hormones that prepare our body to respond to the perceived threat. This…