I think there's this expectation or misunderstanding that meditation is supposed to be a state of quietness which often translates to nothing. No thoughts, no emotions. Be still, don't think, don't move.
When in reality, meditation is the state of presence; is to Be…
Read MoreWhen I first started writing this article, I was writing it from a place of wanting to potentially help people who struggle with anxiety and productivity. I had no idea we would be where we are today, in the midst of a global pandemic – a period in time where even the average person who doesn’t have an anxiety disorder is experiencing higher levels of anxiety than they might be used to. Here are my tips for combating anxiety and staying productive…
Read MoreWith the calendar year coming to an end, it’s a natural time to take stock and reflect on the previous year, which is exactly what I’ve been doing for the past month or so. It’s easy to look at your current situation, and if not much has changed, to think you’re right where you started. Or if you’ve happened to come full circle and end up in a similar situation as you were a year ago, to feel like you’re in the same place you were back then.
Read MoreOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness month and there are more ways than one to help support a cause or an individual through something like cancer. If you’re ever at a loss for how to help someone with cancer going through chemo therapy, Keriann Engle kindly shares from experience the best gift ideas for someone going through chemo:
Read MoreFrom jars to journals, I’ve been practicing gratitude for several years. Although like most of my practices, it’s been an on again/off again thing, life always seems better when I’m on again. Taking the time to reflect daily on all the things you’re grateful for, is a simple way to positively impact your thoughts and your overall outlook on life.
Read MoreMy whole life, I’ve struggled with anxiety. Debilitating, sickening, knock-me-on-my-ass anxiety at its worst. Annoying OCD tendencies and general worry and paranoia at its best. Over the course of my life, I’ve learned coping mechanisms and have been able to reduce my anxiety, which is good. I’ve been doing breathing and meditation…
Read MoreIt’s the first day of 2019. I’ve gotten the feeling (from everyone’s social media posts) that 2018 was a tough year for a lot of people, myself included. (But let’s be honest, what year isn’t tough when you’re an adult.) However, 2018 was also filled with so many great things. I traveled A LOT, got a new car, got a raise, moved…
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