While there’s no “wrong” way to practice gratitude, there are three things that people commonly do that get in the way of feeling good, or can even…
Give yourself permission to feel, permission to grieve, permission to heal.
Life throws curveballs, you know. Even the best laid plans get derailed from time to time. Life has disappointments, big and small. Life has losses, big…
Forgiveness
Forgiveness is difficult. Why is so hard to forgive? Part of the reason is that it is hard to forget. Research demonstrates that we tend to…
Gratitude for What You Take for Granted
“As you begin to be grateful for what most people take for granted, the vibration of gratitude makes you more receptive to good in your life.”…
3 Simple Ways to Elevate Joy in Life
We all have tasks that need to be completed that we may not enjoy. These can feel overwhelming, particularly when you are feeling emotionally depleted by…
Gratitude for Better Sleep
I’ve been hearing a lot lately that people are having difficulty sleeping – both falling asleep and staying asleep. Worry thoughts can creep in at bedtime,…
Six Ways to Deal With the Chatter in Your Head
How we think affects our mood and energy. Unfortunately, the human condition is to think negatively. One study found that for the average person, 80% of…
Coping with Depression
All my life, people have said to me, “You’re so happy!” followed by the question, “What do you do to be so happy?” Some have even…
Mental Health Goal Setting for 2022
Mental Health Goal Setting for 2022 When setting goals for 2022, don’t forget about your emotional and mental health! Make your/your family members’ mental health a…