Sometimes I feel the pull as soon as I open my eyes. If the previous day's problems don't get resolved, the weight can often feel heavy in the fog of early morning. Even after a cup of coffee, I find myself wrestling with my thoughts. Managing our brains around both big and little problems isn't always easy, but it is necessary. That's why one of the most important ways to live refreshed is to choose the best thoughts for ourselves, around EVERYTHING. It's natural for our thinking to default to the worst case scenario. It's our way of preparing for potential risks and danger because our brains are designed to expect the worst. It's a protection mechanism, and although we need this to keep ourselves safe from real danger, it can also become a barrier to simply enjoying each day apart Continue Reading
The Art of Curating Refreshment
Curating refreshment is at the top of my bucket list this summer. I know if I don't, moments of pleasure will pass me by and I'll miss out on so much waiting to mesmerize and delight. Planning refreshment sounds like it should be easy, but I don't find that to be the case. Maybe it's the same for you. Like me, you may find great energy in filling your day with multi-tasking and plenty of accomplishments to check off the list of To-Do's. No judgement here; it just means we have to be more intentional in making sure we're not burning out. We value ourselves too much to neglect planning refreshing pleasure in our day, around our work and throughout our responsibilities of life. I enjoy the story of an a woman in France who sat outside a café, ordered her typical light lunch, and a café au Continue Reading
Cultivating a Practice of Celebrating You
Don't you love celebrations? I'm always looking for an excuse to celebrate something. It just feels good! I'm a huge believer in making personal celebrations a priority. And yet, I also know it can feel a bit indulgent, uncomfortable, and even silly. The celebrations are easy when it comes to larger accomplishments like a new job, a promotion, a birthday, or an anniversary. All these are welcome and necessary...but not nearly enough to cultivate healthy self-love. For me, a personal celebration practice has grown into a necessity. Honestly, I grew tired of waiting to be celebrated. I grew bored with one day out of the year to celebrate my own life. When I experience my confidence growing, my compassion deepening and my energy toward my goals increasing I was hooked. The more I Continue Reading
