Building Body Image Resilience
If you find yourself comparing yourself to others physically, or ruminating on things you do not like about your body or appearance, focus instead on cultivating gratitude for the things about you that make you YOU. Create a practice of noticing things your body helps you do. Spend time reflecting on your strengths, and record these as a journal entry to refer back to when negative self-talk arises.
Managing Stress Around Election Day
It’s that time. Regardless of your personal beliefs and who you vote for, this time of year can be really stressful. I see the impacts of the upcoming election on individuals, families, and couples who come into my office, especially as election day gets closer.
Shhhhh! I'm Trying To Be Mindful!
Mindfulness is all the rage right now. The problem is trying to find the time to be mindful! This easy mindfulness exercise only takes five minutes or less!
Progress Over Perfection
The journey from perfectionism to embracing progress can lead to true growth and fulfillment. As you value progress over reaching that mystical point of “there,” you can learn from each experience and move forward with self-compassion, resilience, adaptivity, and patience.
4 Ways to Celebrate Mental Wellness Month
January is mental wellness month: It’s the perfect time to shift your focus from the holidays to your own personal well-being. These four activities and practices can help you boost your mental wellness this month.
Self-Care in 30 Seconds
“Self-care” has become a buzz word in our current society, but what if I told you it doesn’t have to mean what you might think. Getting a massage, taking a bath, going for a walk, doing yoga, etc. are common things we may think of when we hear the word “self-care”, but self-care doesn’t have to be expensive or time consuming.