“It's very important that we re-learn the art of resting and relaxing. Not only does it help prevent the onset of many illnesses that develop through chronic tension and worrying; it allows us to clear our minds, focus, and find creative solutions to problems. “ ~Thich Nhat Hanh During this…
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“With a daily ritual of self-care, an inner worthiness begins to blossom. Once it does you will find the courage to act in ways that are self-expressive and self-protective. You will start caring for each part of yourself with a fierce and tender concern.” ~Alice Domar Over the…
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“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” ~Leo Buscaglia Have you experienced an act of kindness from someone that transformed…
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“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” -Audre Lorde Over the last few weeks I have been hearing from many clients, friends and colleagues about how overwhelmed and stressed they are feeling as a result of the profound negativity in…
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“The practice of forgiveness is our most important contribution to the healing of the world.” ~Marianne Williamson Forgiveness. What is the first thing or person that comes to your mind when you read this word? Now take a moment to intentionally breathe in and out. Notice how you are…
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"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow." ~Mary Anne Radmacher In speaking to clients, a common theme I hear regularly is how difficult it is to let go of the belief that they “should” be…
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“I have come to see the cultivation of mindfulness as a radical act - a radical act of sanity, of self-compassion, and ultimately of love.” ~Jon Kabat-Zinn I love that quote from Jon Kabat-Zinn and truly believe that cultivating mindfulness is a radical act of sanity, self-compassion and love! It…
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“The truth is: Belonging starts with self-acceptance. Your level of belonging, in fact, can never be greater than your level of self-acceptance, because believing that you're enough is what gives you the courage to be authentic, vulnerable and imperfect.” ~Brene Brown We all have a deep need to belong, to be…
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“Great joys make us love the world. Great sadnesses make us understand the world.” ~Kent Nerburn There have certainly been many events recently in the world that invoke great sadness. The news is filled with tragedy and conflict. I have heard from many people who are feeling out of…
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“With self-compassion, we give ourselves the same kindness and care we’d give to a good friend.”~Kristin Neff How often do you give your peace of mind away by criticizing and judging yourself? If you wonder if this is true for you, think of a time recently when you made a…
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