Self-Soothing: How to Take Care of Your Feelings
When you were a child, you sometimes fell down. Most likely, one or both of your parents would come running, scoop you up, look at your “boo-boo” and say in a concerned voice, “Are you okay?” Then, they gave you a hug. Depending on the situation, you may have received your parents’ full attention…
Read More7 Energising Activities to Kick-Start Your Day
Mornings can be a tough part of the day. We don’t want to get up, and most of us certainly don’t want to go to work. But mornings are important. A good morning is the most important step to ensuring that you have a good day. If you stumble out of bed, shower, get…
Read MoreDealing With Your Mental Chatter
We all have a constant companion that never shuts up. The mental chatter in our heads starts when we wake up and is still going when we go to sleep. It’s even active during our dreams. Unfortunately, this never-ending stream of thought can be damaging over time. Fortunately, with understanding and objectivity, the impact…
Read MoreDiscover the Power of Self-Care to Fight Stress
Chronic stress and anxiety can wear you out. However, self-care can be a powerful remedy that restores your mind and body. Try these self-care techniques to find relief for your stress: Make your health a priority. You may have stress coming from multiple directions such as work, school, family, kids, neighbours,…
Read MoreFind Your Own Voice and Allow Your Individuality to Shine
It’s not easy to stand out and reveal yourself to the world. We learn early in life that it’s often easier to blend in. Standing out in a school setting often results in bullying and teasing. It gets easier in adulthood, but those early lessons can be hard to shake. However, the world…
Read MoreThe Proactive Path to Self-Care
Do you only think about self-care when you’re already in trouble? You want to eat healthier because your doctor says you need to lower your cholesterol, or you decide to start meditating because job stress is keeping you up at night. Self-care is more effective when it’s an ongoing part of your…
Read MoreMaking Peace with Your Inner Critic
The way you talk to yourself can build you up or tear you down. When your inner dialogue is harsh, it’s usually because you’re repeating things you heard from your parents or other authority figures when you were growing up. If the criticism goes too far, it can discourage you from trying and…
Read MoreDeclutter Your Mind and Enjoy Inner Peace
No sane person has ever claimed they had a mind that was too clear and peaceful. We’d all like to feel less cluttered and more peaceful and relaxed. Decluttering your mind is largely the result of decluttering all aspects of your life. We tend to put too many burdens on our minds,…
Read MoreEnd Your Indecision – Today!
Do you sometimes have trouble making up your mind? Indecision can hold you back from personal and professional success. You may miss valuable opportunities and add to your daily stress. While indecision shows up in many ways, there are usually only a few root causes. Take a look at 3 of the…
Read MoreHow to Be a Positive Influence on Negative People
Negative people are all around us. We don’t have to look far to find someone that has a negative outlook on life. However, you don’t have to allow these people to drag you down with them, either. In fact, you might be able to save a few of them, or at least make them…
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