Your Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) score can serve as a useful tool to help you better understand how your past experiences may be impacting your present well-being. The ACEs score is a numerical reflection of the adversity and trauma you may have encountered during childhood, including experiences such as abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction. Understanding […]
It’s that time of year. It’s not quite Hallowe’en and yet we’re receiving all the pre-Black Friday advertisements advising us to ACT NOW! before we miss out on all the bargains that sound (and often may be) too good to be true. Winter holiday music and displays are everywhere and the countdown of shopping days […]
Thanksgiving is a holiday that is typically centered around family, friends, and gathering together to share a meal. However, for some people, being alone on Thanksgiving can be a challenging and lonely experience. Whether you’re far from loved ones or unable to attend social gatherings, being alone at the holidays doesn’t have to mean feeling […]
Guilt and blame can be powerful emotions that shape our lives and our actions. For many, these feelings create a self-perpetuating cycle that be difficult to break. Exposure to these negative emotions in and of themselves has a negative impact on our well-being. Further, experiencing them also leads to heightened stress and anxiety. Thankfully, change […]
It’s that time of year. Many are starting to feel a twinge of those “Holiday Blues”. It’s an unpleasant mixture that can include elements of depression, anxiety and exhaustion. Some of us just feel listless. Others experience intense fatigue and tiredness that no amount of sleep seems to rectify. For some, it’s all about aches […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs during specific seasons, most commonly in the fall and winter. It can leave us feeling unmotivated, fatigued, and emotionally low. One proven strategy to minimize the impact of SAD is to begin preparing for seasonal changes in advance. By taking proactive steps and making […]
Struggling with addiction takes a lot out of you. It can be scary, confusing, not to mention physically and emotionally taxing. So, it’s important, now, more than ever, when you are battling an addiction, that you take very good care of yourself and always, always, treat yourself kindly. Here are a few simple ways you […]
When we think of trauma, we often conjure images of catastrophic events or harrowing experiences that leave indelible scars on the human psyche. However, there exists another realm of trauma that operates more subtly yet can still wield a profound impact on our emotional well-being. Coined as “Little T Trauma,” these somewhat more minor incidents […]
The “For a Better Life” series continues! If you would like to start from the beginning, please visit Ready for a Better Life? 12 Simple, Impactful Strategies. Today, we discuss how to get organized at home. Living in a cluttered and disorganized environment can have a negative impact on our mental well-being and overall quality […]
The “For a Better Life” series continues! If you would like to start from the beginning, please visit Ready for a Better Life? 12 Simple, Impactful Strategies. Today, we explore strategies that can help us to overcome or manage chronic pain and regain control of our lives. Chronic pain is a debilitating condition that affects […]
While childhood should be a time of joy and exploration, sadly, many young people experience childhood trauma, which can have both short-term and long-lasting effects on their mental and emotional health. These effects may persist well into adulthood, impacting a person’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Childhood Trauma and Development Traumatic experiences during childhood, such […]
The “For a Better Life” series continues! If you would like to start from the beginning, please visit Ready for a Better Life? 12 Simple, Impactful Strategies. Today, we explore 13 of the most important personal development topics that can pave the way. We have also included links to additional resources for each topic. Personal […]
Sleep is key to enabling our bodies to function as they should. There are many downsides to failing to get your best sleep, including opening yourself up to a wide range of health complaints. Sleepless nights can also impact our ability to maintain healthy relationships. Without adequate quality sleep, you may soon find that your […]
The “For a Better Life” series continues! If you would like to start from the beginning, please visit Ready for a Better Life? 12 Simple, Impactful Strategies. Today, we discuss how you can break free from the need for drama and embrace a calmer, more fulfilling life. The allure of drama can be enticing. However, […]
The “For a Better Life” series continues! If you would like to start from the beginning, please visit Ready for a Better Life? 12 Simple, Impactful Strategies. Today, we explore practical strategies to overcome the need for approval from others and reclaim our self-worth and authenticity. We humans are social creatures, wired to seek connection […]
The “For a Better Life” series continues! If you would like to start from the beginning, please visit Ready for a Better Life? 12 Simple, Impactful Strategies. Today, we discuss 10 actionable self-improvement strategies that can further enrich your life. Self-improvement strategies have the power to elevate every aspect of our lives. By nurturing personal […]
