We learn by asking questions, then seeking answers to these questions. When we ask questions in conversations, we keep the momentum of the conversation going, encourage connections, and demonstrate our interest. Asking quality questions helps us prevent misunderstandings, gain clarity and understanding, and gather information.
So, how do we improve our questioning skills?
Can we achieve mindfulness through art? Yes, we can!
Mindful coloring offers a simple, fun activity that helps us step back from our responsibilities and step into our creativity and present selves.
It is more common to dislike our bodies, always be aware of the way we look, and struggle to mold our bodies into the “ideal” image. But isn’t it exhausting to fight with our bodies? Our bodies are with us every second of the day, after all.
How would you feel and how would you show up for yourself if you were friends with your body?
July is Disability Pride Month. We celebrate Disability Pride in July because the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) passed on July 26, 1990. Since then, Disability Pride events have been celebrated in the month of July.
This week, we’ll learn more about disability visibility and ableism. We’ll also share how we can celebrate and support Disability Pride and 5 disabled content creators for you to follow.
In our busy lives, we’re often connected with our phones, trapped in social media, and surrounded by technology. How often in our days do we take the time to visit our roots? Or, how often do we even see greenery in passing?
For urban dwellers, nature and greenery are often harder to find amidst buildings, machinery, and technology. But, green spaces have many mental health benefits. So, this week, we’ll learn about green spaces and, most importantly, how we can incorporate green spaces into our daily lives.
We’ve covered a lot of topics in our newsletters, and it can understandably feel overwhelming to learn how to care for our mental health. Occasionally, we need to pause, breathe, and absorb what we’ve learned by looking inward.
Art therapy is a modality of therapy that combines art-making and counseling with a certified art therapist to promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
In this post, we’ll examine what art therapy is and is not and what a session will look like.
Keeping a diary is something we may associate with our younger teenage/pre-teen years—an activity that many stop doing as they grow older. But keeping a diary and journaling have many mental health benefits that should be shared with everyone at any age. This week, we’ll share the benefits of keeping a diary or journal and a few journaling techniques you can explore.
Did you know the brain can change and adapt at any age?
Thanks to neuroplasticity, which is the brain’s ability to change and adapt, this means we are never too old to change, learn, adapt, and heal.
Let’s take a closer look at what neuroplasticity is, how we can use it to foster mental health, and how we can improve our brain’s ability to change.
Yoga is a mind-body workout that involves physical poses, concentration (i.e. your presence), and deep breathing. But, did you know there are multiple forms of yoga? These forms range from fast-paced and intense to gentle and relaxing workouts. This week, we’ll learn how to find a yoga practice that works for you and the different forms of yoga.
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