Alright, friends, the holiday season is upon us! And while we all love the food, the decorations, and the excuse to throw on a cozy sweater, let’s be real—this time of year can also be a lot. It’s easy to get caught up in the stress of it all, running from one thing...
Let me guess—you’ve heard the phrase “find your purpose” so many times, it’s practically a mantra at this point. But what if you’re not quite there yet? What if you’re still trying to figure out what gets you excited about life, besides hitting the snooze button three...
Hey there, lovely souls! Ever felt like life is moving in slow motion? Do you sometimes find yourself trapped in the never-ending cycle of restlessness, yearning for something different, something extraordinary to break the monotony? I’ve been there too....
Think about a commitment that you’ve made and kept. Now think about one you made and didn’t keep. Without judgment, see if there are any common themes in either scenario that illuminate your reason(s) for success or failure (PS: it is okay to fail… and necessary...
Have you ever been on a retreat? Maybe it was with a church group back in the day or a couples retreat or vacation? A self-care getaway is a retreat aimed at withdrawing your energy from being directed out into the world around you and redirecting it inward....
So, now that you’re a self-care guru, you’re ready to commit a whole day to it, huh? The keys to an enjoyable retreat-like day of self-care at home are to set a clear intention, schedule your day and prep in advance. You may have a great idea of some of the things you...
Have you ever brought to mind someone you love and thought, “They could really use some more time for themselves”. This practical and thoughtful approach to solving other people’s problems seems well-intended enough. But what we wish for others isn’t...
Since there are so many methods of increasing your awareness and commitment to self-care, it may seem hard to pick just one. However, rather than getting overwhelmed and giving up, it is important to take some time to try a couple individual techniques to decide what...
The key to practicing self-care is doing it with enthusiasm and joy. If self-care feels like just another chore to you, you won’t be as likely to benefit from it or continue it in the future. Therefore, find what speaks to you through trial and error. Especially...
What do you know about medical self-care? By definition it’s a person’s ability to use good judgment when making medical choices. This could be as simple as putting a band-aid on a small cut or taking a Tylenol for a headache versus rushing to the...
