Stressed About Taxes? Nature Has the Perfect Refund
“Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” — Viktor Frankl I’m going to make this short and sweet, since I need to file my taxes! LOL! Actually, they’ve been done for a while, I’m fortunate that my husband is always on top of doing this and he’s got the organization of it all down pat. Tax season is not a stressor for us, but I know it is for many people. Read the article below…
Mind Tricks We Might Fall For (That Aren’t True!)
“I have to do everything perfectly, or I’ll fail.” Truth: Perfection causes paralysis and it’s more valuable to make progress and move forward than striving for perfection. “I don’t have time for self-care.” Truth: You can’t pour from an empty cup—small self-care resets boost productivity and shows you value YOU! “I’m not good enough / smart enough / capable enough.” Truth: Your mind gathers ‘evidence’ for this belief, when you keep telling yourself this, instead shift your focus and self talk to I am good enough, I am smart enough and I am capable enough.…
The Tricks Our Minds Play | What if the Stressful Thoughts You Believe… Aren’t Even True?
“Don’t believe everything you think. You are not your thoughts.” — Byron Katie Happy April Fool’s Day! I’ve never been fond of April Fool’s Day kinds of “tricks,” but I find it’s a perfect opportunity to look at how we get tricked all the time from our own minds. You see, our thoughts can run amok and cause us all sorts of worries-which by the way-studies have shown most of what we worry about, approximately 90%, doesn’t actually come to fruition. But the problem is: we often believe everything we think. Yes, our minds are…
Spring Reset Exercise: Releasing What No Longer Serves You
As the days grow longer and the first signs of spring appear, we naturally feel the pull to refresh and renew. Just as we open windows to let in fresh air and clear out the dust of winter, we can also clear out the emotional, mental, and even physical clutter that no longer serves us. What if this season wasn’t just about tidying up your home—but about releasing the weight you’ve been carrying in all areas of life? Imagine the lightness, the clarity, and the freedom that come with truly letting go. Grab a piece…
Spring Cleaning for the Soul: A Perfect Time for Letting Go & Lightening Up Time!
“Spring is a time to let go of the past and embrace the future.” Positive Oasis On this first day of Spring, I find myself feeling light-hearted as I know there’s lots of new growth spurring forth and more to come. I admit, it’s not always easy to feel light-hearted if I get too focused on “the forecast” of the news and the state of affairs in the world. It can feel downright depressing! And, it gets me thinking “how can I feel good, joyful or excited about something when all this is happening?” Yet,…
Renew, Refresh & Reset Opportunity Awaits!
As winter loosens its grip and the first signs of spring begin to emerge, it’s the perfect time to pause, take a breath, and consider a personal reset. Just like nature is preparing for a season of growth, we, too, can begin to clear away the mental and emotional clutter that may have gathered over the past few months. What needs a little refreshing in your life? Your mindset? Your energy? Your daily habits? This transition season is an invitation to gently realign, release what no longer serves you, and set intentions for the brighter…