My mother always told me to stay firm on the ground and know what I want. She taught me to be strong and stand up for myself. My father always taught me to be respectful, especially to those older than me. He taught me to be kind and to always use my manners when speaking to … [Read more...] about Saying No is Saying Yes to Yourself
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Finding Mindfulness and Meditation That Works For You
I get up to feed my pestering dog breakfast and notice a line of brilliant orange peeking up over the horizon. It is going to be one of those picture-perfect sunrises. The race is on. They only last about 15 minutes. But it is a perfect 15 minutes of peaceful … [Read more...] about Finding Mindfulness and Meditation That Works For You
Practicing Gratitude: Finding What You Want in What You Already Have
Some people are just naturally happy. They are just born that way, right? Well, yes and no. While happiness appears to have a certain set point, researchers estimate 40% of our level of happiness is influenced by our habits. Happy and unhappy people have similar … [Read more...] about Practicing Gratitude: Finding What You Want in What You Already Have
How To Be the Best Version of Yourself
If God created you and doesn’t make mistakes, why are you, me, and the other billion people on social media, in church, hanging out with friends, all trying to be something we are not, someone we are not. The constant search for identity in the world leads us to the … [Read more...] about How To Be the Best Version of Yourself
The ABC’s of OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is one of the most misunderstand and potentially crippling mental health conditions out there. People often joke about their 'OCD' because they have some quirky rituals or are fussy about things being in the right order. Most people I know, … [Read more...] about The ABC’s of OCD
The Relationship Between Money And Mental Health
Money is a concern for a majority of clients. It causes tension between business partners, parents and children, and couples. In fact, arguments and differences about money are a leading cause of marital unhappiness and divorce. Breadwinners feel the pressure to provide. Newly … [Read more...] about The Relationship Between Money And Mental Health