Forgiving Yourself: The Path of Letting Go

Forgiving Yourself: The Path of Letting Go

I used to think forgiveness was reserved for those “monumental” moments. The big mistakes or emotionally charged experiences. But I’ve come to realize that the deep forgiveness, the ruminating, nagging, little voices, was the real...
The Power of Spending Time on What You Value & How

The Power of Spending Time on What You Value & How

In a world where time is our most valuable commodity, it's essential to spend it wisely. However, with hectic schedules and endless to-do lists, it can be easy to get caught up in the hustle...
How Self Care Can Improve Mental Health and Intrusive Thoughts

How Self Care Can Improve Mental Health and Intrusive Thoughts

To me self-care is learning more about oneself because you are so important and amazingly complex and loved.  I know - sometimes it’s hard to accept that we are loved. It’s also easy to be...
Intrusive Memories, A Poem of OCD

Intrusive Memories, A Poem of OCD

Intrusive Memories, A Poem of OCD In honor of National Poetry Month (April) I wanted to share a poem today! The following poem is the story of my experience with Harm and Responsibility Obsessive Compulsive...
Your Goal Refresher: Steps to Reach Goals and Increase Daily Action

Your Goal Refresher: Steps to Reach Goals and Increase Daily Action

Hey all! A quick and clear refresher to keep your week going strong! Here are three important steps you can take to help you reach your goals: Set clear and specific goals: Make sure your...
Brighten Your Mood: Top Tips for Incorporating More Sunlight into Your Daily Routine

Brighten Your Mood: Top Tips for Incorporating More Sunlight into Your Daily Routine

With my depression at an all-time high, I went on a search for answers over many years. A reoccurring factor for me? Sunlight.  Blood work revealed I was at a dangerous low of vitamin D,...
Unlocking the Secret to Happiness: 5 Activities You Need to Try Today

Unlocking the Secret to Happiness: 5 Activities You Need to Try Today

As a society, we are constantly seeking ways to increase our happiness.  We look for happiness in our relationships, our jobs, and our possessions. We often believe that happiness is something that we can obtain...
7 Things to Do When You’re Feeling Behind in Life

7 Things to Do When You’re Feeling Behind in Life

We are such visual, time-driven creatures. Sometimes we need ques; or bottom lines, benchmarks, follower numbers, or checklists to demonstrate that we’ve grown. We believe we need these or else we really haven’t succeeded.  But...
What Changing Seasons Can Teach You About Healing From Unseen Pain & Trauma

What Changing Seasons Can Teach You About Healing From Unseen Pain & Trauma

There’s a short beauty in the transition of the seasons — and it’s a type of beauty easily overlooked. Through it I learned one of my most important lessons, and the biggest tool in my tool belt...