Let’s Talk About How to Stop Taking Things Personally
Reader requested content. Some tips for how to “not take things personally” – a few of my thoughts. Continue reading Let’s Talk About How to Stop Taking Things Personally
Tag: Mindfulness
Expectations, Change, & Growth – Oh my!!!
I LOVE a good plan. I’m a planner. Sometimes it hurts when unforeseen kinks appear in my plans. This week I talk about some things I do to manage my own expectations, in case things don’t go exactly the way I plan them. Continue reading Expectations, Change, & Growth – Oh my!!!
Developing Empathy & Compassion
What a long way I’ve come. I remember a time when trying to be compassionate and patient with the people around me was much harder (not that I’m perfect now).
As we age we become older we grow better and wiser but ONLY if we decide to put the effort into ourselves.
This is an honest video about the rewards that come from years of hard work. Continue reading Developing Empathy & Compassion
The Winding Road from Christianity to Buddhism
It’s never been like me to call on a higher power. The closest I ever came was in the fifth grade when I shouted up at the sky angrily, “If you are real, now would be a GREAT TIME to do something!” I wanted to believe but it all felt like a fairy tale to me. For many years I was very conflicted over this, but as I grew up the feelings faded. Continue reading The Winding Road from Christianity to Buddhism
Habit-forming – The Art of Creating Good Habits
I am a creature of habit. I love my little rituals and routines. I am very aware of this and take advantage of my ability to form habits. Continue reading Habit-forming – The Art of Creating Good Habits
The Quiet Place – An Addiction to Solitude
I have a deep love for the peaceful quiet that only solitude can create. When the dogs are sleeping, and the only sounds I hear are birds chirping, my introspective mind comes alive.
The blank in between the interactions, where I can find my true self, uncluttered by the sounds and feelings of others. This is my chapel, my holy place, where I speak with my soul. Continue reading The Quiet Place – An Addiction to Solitude
Take Care of Yourself
“You look like you take good care of yourself.” – What a strange thing to say to someone.
Self care is the deepest affection that you can show to yourself.
It has taken me years to get to where I am now in regards to self care. As I grow and age self care has become a much bigger priority for me.
Love yourself! Continue reading Take Care of Yourself
To Everyone Who “Can’t Meditate”
Mindfulness and meditation have been a big part of my life for several years now. I’m always happy to share with people how helpful meditation is for me.
Unfortunately almost everyone I talk to about meditation “can’t meditate”.
“I wish I could meditate. My mind isn’t made for that!” or “I can’t stand being still”, a few of the most common excuses why people tell me they “can’t meditate”.
People assume meditation was always easy for me, while in reality, nothing could be further from the truth. Continue reading To Everyone Who “Can’t Meditate”
Let’s Talk About Mental Health
It is #mentalhealthawarenessweek – #mentalhealth is often overlooked despite its importance. Let’s talk about taking care of our mental health. Continue reading Let’s Talk About Mental Health
Sun Salutations – Daily Yoga Routine
Yoga has transformed my life (body and mind) and so it is very special to me. This is my favorite simple quick sequence. Repeat 3-5x’s for a fast workout. Continue reading Sun Salutations – Daily Yoga Routine