A Reading Oasis
“She read books as one would breathe air, to fill up and live.” ~Annie Dillard My relationship with books has not always been positive. When I was coming up reading aloud was “best practice.” The anxiety paralyzed me as I waited my turn, with dry mouth and sweaty palms. The struggle was real! Mrs. Fred... Read More
How Micro Practices Warrant Big Results
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“Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life.” Author Uknown The bottom line is that we’re just tired. We use the weekend to try and make up for lost sleep. The notion of sleeping in late doesn’t seem to really work. If you’re like me that... Read More
How to Optimize Your Strengths
“The key to human development is building on who you already are.” ~Tom Rath Have you ever taken notice of how much time you spend focusing on your weaknesses and shortcomings? I always find it interesting in therapeutic settings when I’d ask a client to list ten positive qualities. The pause is telling. Then, I’ll... Read More
You Just Need to Breathe
“You don’t always need a plan. Sometimes you just need to breathe. Trust. Let go. And see what happens.” ~Kerwin Rae Breathing through the nose can slow the breath and make the lungs work more efficiently. It also facilitates the intake of nitric oxide, which helps with oxygen transportation throughout the body. Have you... Read More
The Gratitude Factor
“Gratitude is the best medicine. It heals your mind, your body, and your spirit. And attracts more things to be grateful for.” Live Purposefully Now I am no stranger to hardship and I’ve survived enough pain and loss to last several lifetimes. In this I know I am not alone and in no way... Read More
Skin Deep in Skin Love
“Invest in your skin. It’s going to represent you for a long time.” Kendra Powell Some years ago I was spending time with a sister-friend and we were reminiscing on the influence of our grandmother’s. She traveled back in time as she shared her grandmother’s skin ritual. Her grandmother lotioned her skin not missing... Read More
Stop Neglecting Your Health: Diabetes Awareness
“Life is not over because you have diabetes. Make the most of what you have, be grateful.” ~Dale Evans It has been ten years since I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. In looking back my body had been warning me for a long time. Experiencing extreme fatigue (which as a teacher was a way... Read More
Prepare and Vote!
“The vote is the most powerful, non-violent tool we have.” John Lewis How in the world do voting and self-care intersect? Talking politics can often raise tensions and create an unhealthy environment. My own family has not been exempt from heated political debates. So, let me try to connect the dots between voting and the... Read More
How Do I Find The Right Therapist?
I love therapy! There’s nothing like talking to someone who has no tie to your life Eva Mendes Let’s face it, making the decision to go to a therapist can be difficult for many people. The wrong fit can hamper progress or cause us to stop altogether. My goal is to dedicate a blog post... Read More
Protecting Your Mental Health
“Protecting your mental health is the key to happiness and creativity.” Camay I don’t know about you but protecting my mental health and safeguarding the peace in my home has become paramount. My goal is to establish a foundation that will sustain us all post-COVID. Protecting your mental well-being requires a great deal of intentionality... Read More