In a fast-paced world where advancements to make things “quicker and easier,” are happening, I often forget to practice patience and gratitude. Don’t get me wrong; I can’t say that I don’t like the new normal of completing things quickly. I am just as guilty as others about … [Read more...] about How To Practice Patience And Gratitude
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How to Not Lose Your Mind During the Holidays – Guest Article
This week, please enjoy this guest article, written by Allison Schoonmaker, MA, LPC. Allison has worked in private practice since 2006 and is the owner of Spring Life Counseling, LLC. She works with clients dealing with relational distress and communication … [Read more...] about How to Not Lose Your Mind During the Holidays – Guest Article
This is Supposed to be Fun
The perspective shift we all need. My last semester before I graduated college was like a lot of people’s last semesters. I had capstone classes, an internship, and I was deciding about next steps in my life. I’d often run from class to my internship, then home to study late … [Read more...] about This is Supposed to be Fun
Holiday Stress: Keeping a middle ground during the height of the holiday season
We all know the craziness and stress that can come with the holiday season. From buying gifts to decorating the house to coordinating family time, it can all be overwhelming. With Halloween over and Thanksgiving around the corner, the holiday season is in full swing. Now is … [Read more...] about Holiday Stress: Keeping a middle ground during the height of the holiday season
Why Is It So Hard To Stay Present?
Practicing mindfulness and being present in the moment has become a fad. That is funny because being present in all of life was the norm before iPhones existed. At least compared to how we are today. Technological Distractions: A Hurdle to Staying Present Think about this: … [Read more...] about Why Is It So Hard To Stay Present?
Why bother?
I did tell you. I told you when we were sitting at the kitchen counter. I was cooking, and you were scrolling on your phone. I emptied the dishwasher five times this week. I didn’t get mad when you spent $3,000 on a new gun. I think I actually weigh … [Read more...] about Why bother?
