By yourself 1. Before leaving your bedroom, sit on the edge of your bed, close your eyes, and think about one thing that you’re grateful for….
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Express Appreciation – A Simple Way to Foster Closeness in Relationships
One of the simplest things that you can do to foster closeness in a relationship is to express appreciation. It also has a positive impact on…
Stop Telling Yourself Happiness Lies
Often, we are given subtle or not so subtle messages through motivational quotes and Instagram posts that are simply not true. When we accept them as…
Make Every Day Mental Health Day
Today is World Mental Health Day. For me, every day is Mental Health Day. I love sharing my framework, The 4 Ps, for positive mental health with colleges, businesses, and…
Joy and Goofiness – Two Underrated Paths to Happiness
An often overlooked important part of happiness is regularly engaging in activities that bring you joy. We are our best selves when we feel fulfilled, and…
When life feels heavy, try these…
When I wrote my book, Feeling Good, I intentionally kept the methods easy to do. They’re methods that are effective when you’re feeling down and lacking…
The Power of Nature and Awe for Physical and Mental Health
I try to never take for granted that I have this beauty in my town. Today’s adventure for this “Moon Mom” – Schooley’s Mountain Park. My…
What’s a Moon Mom?
I’m not an “empty-nester.” Yes, my three adult children are all in college, but the last thing I want to feel is “empty.” And I certainly…
Are You Asking Yourself the Wrong Question?
I receive messages from friends, acquaintances, and strangers daily, asking me mental health-related questions. It was suggested to me that I share some common questions with…