Research shows that keeping a journal can be great for our mental health. Research also shows that practicing gratitude can be great for our mental health.
Gratitude and Dissatisfaction
It can be difficult to listen to someone express dissatisfaction with an open mind.
Instead of receiving the comments as a reflection of someone else’s feelings, we insert ourselves into the mix, imbuing their comments with accusation and expectation and responding with defensiveness.
Anatomy of Trust
Often, we hear about building and restoring trust. Have you ever thought to yourself, “That sounds easy enough, but how does trust work?”
Safe People to Trust
Safe people connect with us in a way that is authentic and present, giving us the abilty to establish trust in the relationship and person.
Trust: Do I Attract Unsafe People?
It is typically hard for us to look within, but improving character discernment can be a game changer in your relationships and ability to trust.
Fear and Our View of the Future
How does fear affect our view of the future? Now is the time to find your voice, your priorities, and line them up with your life values.
Think About Your Thoughts
Cognitive distortions are common ways in which thoughts become skewed, causing people to feel depressed and anxious, among other things.
Becoming Comfortable With Fear
Confronting fear eventually requires us to learn to be comfortable with the discomfort that it ultimately brings us.
After School Meltdowns
An after-school meltdown may be your child releasing their pent up mental, physical and emotional energy after a full day of needing to exercise a lot of self-control.
30 Day Self-Care Challenge
I believe self-care involves stepping into holistic wellness, noting habits and choices that build us up, give us energy, and help us participate in our lives well.
