For many of us, meditation can feel daunting. Spending our time worrying if we are doing it “right” instead of being present is a common meditation challenge. That is why it is such great news to learn that there is not just one way to meditate. There are multiple ways to approach meditation and finding what works for you will make all the difference!
It can be easy to get caught up in the need to keep doing vs settling into being. We can sometimes place value on busy and begin to believe that overwhelm is the new norm, especially during the holiday season. This is exactly why we want to talk about the benefits of slowing down.
From what we have learned, we know that slowing down can…
This time of year can bring more than the typical amount of hustle and bustle we come in daily contact with. It is easy to get caught up, whether that be physically, mentally. or emotionally. On top of that we are living in a very “virtual” world. This is why, now, more than ever, we are craving real, true connection.
Here we are, Thanksgiving is only a few days away. This time of the year can be bring beautiful connection, it can bring high expectations and stress and it can bring a whole bunch of feelings in between. We want to encourage you to up your self care and be gentle with yourself.
Hygge, pronounced hue-guh, is a Scandanavian word describing a way of life that embraces simplicity, being cozy and being connected with friends and family. I learned of this concept a few years ago and assumed it was a few things you do, like drink tea and cuddle up by a fire when it is cold outside. Upon further investigation, I realized that it is actually a lifestyle and mindset which encourages pleasure in simple things. Read on for more about this Danish way of life.
Man oh man, this word is a doozy. We could pack this newsletter with resources and it still would feel like we could do more.
We know that to engage in healthy relationships and a peaceful life, it is vital that we learn how to set and honor personal boundaries.
Our time and energy are precious. We get to decide how to use them.
Did you know that there have been studies showing that the average person has more than 6,000 thoughts a day? That’s a lot of thinking!
We want to partner with you in discovering new ways to process and work through our thoughts for a better understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
Today, our focus is the tool of journaling. This is NOT a one size fits all practice. There are endless ways to to explore to find what works for you!
We know that how what we are feeling physically effects our state of being mentally and emotionally. What can be a little harder to pinpoint but no less true, is how our our mental and emotional state can effect physical health. It is ALL so incredibly connected. This is why movement is such an accessible and useful too for us to keep ourselves grounded and present.
This week we are touching on the topic of movement. Why it is important, finding what works for you, and doing it with joy. 🙂
“Beauty surrounds us, but usually we need to be walking in a garden to know it.” ~ Rumi
This week we are looking at the benefits of getting ourselves outside and soaking up some fresh air. What a beautiful time of year to do it too!
Here is what we know: Rest is vital for better mental health, increased concentration and memory, a healthier immune system, reduced stress, and improved mood. However, we live in a culture that overloads us with information, asks us to hustle for our downtime and expects us to find all the respite we need in our two day weekends. This is why we need to be super intentional about designing our very own soulful, restful and revitalizing practices to honor our need for rest.
We are here to help you do just that! This week we are talking about the restful practice of a sweet night’s sleep 🙂
Congratulations on taking this step!
We look forward to working with you!
