Showing Compassion in Times of Conflict
A relationship breakup, workplace conflict, a feud with a family member or friend…these experiences can be difficult and may involve tense communications and stress. Most of us can recall a time when we felt that someone was causing us suffering, either intentionally or unintentionally. It can be challenging to see past the situation and the […]
Overcoming Internal Resistance
Have you ever decided to do something and then found yourself procrastinating, avoiding taking action, or feeling stuck? Maybe you purchased a self-help program you believe will be helpful but haven’t started it. Perhaps you decided that organizing your work or living space will increase your productivity but you’re avoiding clearing the clutter or gathering […]
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The Richness of Relationship
Typically, we think of relationships in terms of our connection to the people we see every day, our friends, our families and ourselves, and perhaps to our immediate environment. I think relationship goes much deeper than this. Carl Jung coined the term collective unconscious, which is the idea that we are all connected on an […]
Emotional Awareness
Let’s say elevating your level of positivity and happiness is a daily intention for you. You utilize mantras, affirmations, and/or other tools on a continuous basis. You are letting go of unsupportive thoughts and adopting supportive ones. But there are many moments, or even days, that you are far from a state of bliss. What […]
Lessons from Animals on Love and Life
Although animals can’t walk, talk, or think quite like us, that doesn’t mean they can’t teach us a thing or two! Here are some life lessons that we can learn from animals: Listen to your inner wisdom. No matter how trained a pet is, all rules and focus on treats go out the window when […]
How to Create Affirmations for Attracting Your Best Life
An affirmation is a declaration about what we want to manifest in our lives. When stated in its most supportive form, it vibrates truth from within your heart. Affirmations are an effective tool for mental, physical, and spiritual wellness, personal growth, and attracting what we desire. While affirmations appear simple, there are several important components […]
How to Talk Yourself Out of a “Bad Mood”
We’ve all experienced a “bad day.” Even people who always seem to be in a good mood have days where they have low energy and aren’t seeing the world in their usual positive light. There are a million reasons why we might have low spirits, but the common denominator is the kind of thoughts we […]
When People are Negative, Shine a Positive Light
We all have to deal with many people in our day-to-day lives. Some people are a joy to interact with and some are….not as enjoyable. Have you ever had the experience of getting a phone call from someone and cringing because you know you’re going to be trapped listening to an account of all the […]
How to Shift Your Unconscious Beliefs and Create the Life You Want
Life is hard. I should have achieved more by this time in my life. People will take advantage of me if I let them. I can’t do anything right. Are any of these thoughts yours? If so, and you find them coming up regularly, it’s possible you have beliefs that are sabotaging your efforts to […]