No one is ever more him/herself than when they really laugh. Their defenses are down. It's very Zen-like, that moment. They are completely open, completely themselves when that message hits the brain and the laugh begins. That's when new ideas can be implanted. If a...
Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you. Anne Lamott This Friday marks National Day of Unplugging. An invitation to enjoy a 24-hour global respite from technology, this event "highlights the value of disconnecting from digital devices to connect with ourselves, our loved ones,...
When I approach a child, he inspires in me two sentiments — tenderness for what he is and respect for what he may become. Louis Pasteur Less than two months in, this year has been marked by news stories centered on emotional wellness in schools. One of these...
Letting go helps us to live in a more peaceful state of mind and helps restore our balance. It allows others to be responsible for themselves and for us to take our hands off situations that do not belong to us. This frees us from...
Give to every other human being every right that you claim for yourself. Thomas Paine NOTE: This post is the 2nd in a series on How to Help a loved one. (Read Part 1 and Part 3.) When someone we love is hurting, it can leave us feeling...
Empathy is the hard part. The rest is mechanics. We're not wired to walk in someone else's shoes, it's not our first instinct. Showing up with empathy is difficult, hard to outsource, and will wear you out. But it's precisely what we need from you. Seth...
Change might not be fast and it isn't always easy. But with time and effort, almost any habit can be reshaped. Charles Duhigg Resolution or not, there's probably something you're hoping to change in your life. Chances are, it's something you've been meaning to change for awhile. But it's...
NOTE: This is Part 3 of our series on holiday boundary setting. Read Part 1 and Part 2. Does the thought of food and eating during the holiday season conjure feelings of pleasure and satisfaction? Anxiety and guilt? A mix of both? If you struggle with body...
NOTE: This is Part 2 of our series on holiday boundary setting. Read Part 1 and Part 3. “No” is a complete sentence. Anne Lamott Setting boundaries around your time, resources, and emotional energy might feel a bit selfish around the holidays. But it’s essential that you do this....
NOTE: This is Part 2 of our series on holiday boundary setting. Read Part 1 and Part 3. “No” is a complete sentence. Anne Lamott Setting boundaries around your time, resources, and emotional energy might feel a bit selfish around the holidays. But it’s essential that you do this....