Christmas trees make us sentimental, and they offer us the chance to create new memories. Still, shopping for one on a crowded, noisy lot may increase your holiday anxiety. If you're equally invested in blissful holidays and maximum convenience this year, follow our advice. It's not universally known that you can have a Christmas [...]
Soon, we'll lean fully into 2023's holiday season. If that fact makes you worry about potential verbal scrums with family members amid turkey, ham or spiced cider, lean on our expertise. The tips we offer today will help you navigate common situations. Keep Things Light If we avoid heavy topics, we [...]
In one sense, today's tech inspires awe. Still, if you feel increasingly isolated, the culprit might be the 21st-century device in your hand. Our Modern Devices Were Supposed to Help Us Stay Connected From the day the internet became a consumer product, one of its promoted features has been the capability to connect with other [...]
Holiday Eating Tips By Stacey Nye, PhD, FAED Thanksgiving is right around the corner and many of my clients have a similar concern: How to handle all the food usually present at large family holiday events. Hopefully, these tips will help get you through with little stress and much enjoyment. Tip # 1 Eat [...]
Cultivating a sense of gratitude can be a powerful way to navigate life's challenges. Here are 10 ways to establish a feeling of gratitude, even in the face of hardships: Keep a Gratitude Journal: Set aside time each day to write down things you are grateful for. This simple act [...]
Developing self-awareness is a powerful journey of understanding oneself, one's emotions, and the impact one has on others. Here are ten tips to help you become more self-aware: 1. Practice Mindfulness: Engage in mindfulness activities, such as meditation or deep breathing exercises. This helps you stay present and aware of [...]
Living a quiet life, often characterized by simplicity and a deliberate choice to minimize noise and distractions, can offer numerous benefits for one's well-being and overall quality of life. Here are some great things about living a quiet life: Less Stress: A quieter life typically means fewer stressors. There's less hustle and bustle, which can [...]
As we arrive at the middle of September, we have a question for you. How’s this busy month going? Transitioning into autumn often feels hectic. School restarts. Workplace demands usually increase. You might have to juggle several kids' clashing extracurricular schedules. Those common examples indicate why some folks have given [...]
The holiday season, often associated with joy and celebration, can paradoxically become a source of stress and anxiety for many people. The pressure to create perfect moments, manage finances, and meet high expectations can take a toll on your mental and emotional well-being. However, with some mindful planning and self-care [...]
Emotional maturity is like a compass that guides us through the choppy waters of life. It's that inner quality that helps us navigate challenges with grace and connect deeply with ourselves and others. But how do we really know if someone is emotionally mature or still on the path of [...]
