23 Things I am thankful for in 2023
Yaaay!! I love this time of year! Thanksgiving is here!! Thankfulness is everywhere, vitamin G is flowing free!! Expressing gratitude is a powerful practice that allows us to cultivate a positive outlook on life and appreciate the abundance that surrounds us. Getting that daily does of vitamin G is imperative! As I reflect on my journey, I am grateful for a multitude of blessings, both big and small, that enrich my life and fill my...
The Power of Empathy in Fostering Social Connection
In a world characterized by diversity and complexity, empathy stands as a beacon of hope, guiding individuals towards deeper understanding and connection. Being empathic myself, it leads to seeing things so differently. Defined as the ability to understand and share the feelings of other people, places and nature, empathy serves as the cornerstone of meaningful relationships and societal cohesion. Through empathy, individuals...
5 Strategies for Boosting Productivity This Fall
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, the fall season presents an opportunity for renewal and increased productivity. When we are healing from trauma, productivity is something that can go unnoticed for long periods, so I want to call attention to it this month and the Fall is the perfect time for boosting productivity! Wherever you are on your healing journey, whether you’re a student preparing for exams, a professional...
6 Signs Of Deep Loneliness
The feelings of loneliness that accompany trauma healing work can often times be crushing. Loneliness, usually dismissed as a passing emotion by most, can sometimes manifest as a profound and enduring state of being. Deep loneliness permeates the soul, leaving individuals feeling lost, disconnected, isolated, and devoid of meaningful connections. While it may not always be readily apparent, there are several signs that indicate...
How To Stay Sane During A Single Parent Summer
Single parent life comes with many ups and downs. During the school year, it can be demanding enough to keep up with our work schedules, home duties and oversee our children’s development while keeping them out of trouble. But when summer break arrives, the challenge becomes even more complicated. Whether this is your first summer in single parent -ville (welcome!) or you are a seasoned veteran, these tips will help you navigate the...
Are You Setting SMART Goals?
Setting goals is a great way to get you where you want to go in life, to help you live your true purpose. That is because creating goals makes you focus your attention and resources on what is most important to your true you so that you can successfully live your best life. So it is important to be SMART about it! 😉 However, most of us don’t set them realistically… or regularly… We’ll make New Year’s resolutions that we...
The Power Of Holistic Healing
It’s no secret that here in the USA we are sicker, fatter and more depressed than ever before. Everyone is searching for an answer, a quick fix, a better way to live. Many are just starting to realize the power of holistic healing, are you one of them? What Is Holistic Healing? Holistic healing comes from the concept of emphasizing the importance of the whole body and the interdependence of each of its parts. It is a health and...
Highly Sensitive People
In the mid 90’s, psychologist Elaine Aron introduced the concept of Highly Sensitive People as a personality trait. Since then it has gained traction and offered an understanding for people that had never before been talked about. Many feared being teased and told “stop being so sensitive” and “you’re overthinking” as it is common to hear people say these hurtful things. I grew up being told this. Today, in 2023, nearly 20% of our...
23 Journal Prompts For Processing Trauma
Healing from trauma is tricky filled with ups and downs and all kinds of unexpected emotions. It can be complex and sometimes last a lifetime. The good news is that there are many tools you can store in your Conscious Toolbox that will help along the way. Writing is one of them and can be one of the more powerful tools you can use to help ease this process. Journaling regularly has been proven to help regulate your emotions, calm you...
Family Travel – What To Do On A Layover In Las Vegas
Generally I dread booking flights with a layover… but not if it is in Las Vegas! The great news is that the airport is literally 10-15 minutes from the strip – where everything is happening. So if you have more than a 3 hour layover in Las Vegas, leave your bags checked and jump in a cab – it should cost between $25 and $35 to get downtown! Our Layover in Las Vegas We had about 5 hours so there was no way we were sitting in the...