Are Worry and Fear Running the Show?
I just returned two+ weeks ago from an extended time away—it was an amazing experience exploring new regions my husband and I hadn’t been to before, as well as re-visiting places we love, such as my beloved Switzerland. I spent four years living and working there as a dental hygienist many moons ago, and if I get the chance to go back, I do. This time, it was because friends of ours were going, and I wanted to share the experience of Switzerland with them. We only stayed five days, but being in the Swiss…
Is Fear Living Rent-Free in Your Mind?
Is Fear Living Rent-Free in Your Mind? Time to reclaim your calm and courage! “Do not let your fears choose your destiny.” – Lucinda Riley As the crisp air of October settles in and Halloween decorations start popping up, we’re reminded of things that spook us: ghosts, goblins, and things that go bump in the night. But there’s another kind of haunting that’s far more persistent: fear that lives quietly in our minds. Fear can show up in so many ways: fear of change, of failure, of success, of not being good enough, of losing…
From Scattered to Centered: 3 Quick Tools for Fall Calm
Every day brings a choice: to practice stress or to practice peace. – Joan Borysenko As the days grow a little shorter and the rhythms of fall settle in, I often feel that surge of excitement to reset my goals and get back into routines. There’s something about this season that makes me want to organize, plan, and tackle everything I’ve been thinking about over the summer. But if I’m honest, sometimes that excitement can quickly turn into feeling a bit overwhelmed. So many things I want to do, so many priorities pulling me in…
The Fall Reset: Time To Re-Focus!
The Fall Reset: Time to Refocus These 5 Tips Can Help! “Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending” — Anonymous September often feels like a natural turning point in the year. I know it does for me. Summer winds down, routines shift, and there’s a fresh energy in the air. It’s the perfect time to hit the reset button and refocus on what matters most for the months ahead. Here are 5 simple ways to make your fall reset…
Relax Now to Reset Later!
“Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax.” Mark Black Well, here we are at the end of August. I know I’m not alone when I say how quickly my beloved “summertime mode” has gone by. I’ve been busy, similar to the bees and hummingbirds in my yard that I watch when they are happily collecting nectar from the flowering plants. But it’s been a good busy. I’ve tended to my yard, took hikes, baked cakes for my volunteer work that supports children in homeless shelters celebrate their birthdays and supported clients in…
It’s National Relaxation Day! Here’s a gift for You!
“For fast-acting relief, try slowing down,” Lily Tomlin Step Into Nature’s Calm—Right From Where You Are I love National Relaxation Day! It’s such a great reminder of the importance of stopping, resting, and re-grouping. Taking time to relax and recharge is not something you should ever feel guilty about—yet in our “always productive” culture, it can feel out of alignment. The truth is, relaxing is one of the best things you can do for your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health. And when you add in the beauty of nature, the benefits multiply even more.…