Changing jobs or cars is easy, but changing our mindset is more difficult and often requires individualized therapy. Most of us have had trauma at some point in our lives, but we are powerless to know and understand how to help ourselves heal. Seeking a trusted professional counselor is always a good idea just to give you insight on what to ask and what to say to people in response to negative triggers.
When Illness and Winter Blues Interrupt Your Life
Winter is time for illness and Seasonal Affective Disorder for many people. Do you struggle to stay healthy and happy during the cold months? I have found some online articles to help you if you suffer with anything in particular during the winter.
Different Seasons=Different Blessings
Each new day brings different joys and sorrows. In our many seasons of life, we can be grateful that God walks beside us. Sometimes He even carries us forward. How do you deal with adversity? What makes you strong?
Reality Check: To-Do List Progress
Meeting goals and accomplishing tasks seems to be difficult for most of us. I find lots of suggestions and resources, but it comes down to me wanting to be successful. The same is true for you. You have to find what works best for you. You also need to be willing to stick to a plan to make any kind of positive change.
Make a SMART Goal to Improve Your Sleep Habits
With the need for organization comes the natural need for sleep. Set yourself a SMART Goal to improve your sleep habits. Feel the difference!
Change in Routine
Disorganization seems to get the best of us: at different times at home, at work, at school, etc. We suffer from too many tasks, not enough time, and no specific system in place to overcome disorder. With practice we can change chaos into order. Follow specific steps, set goals, and challenge others to do it with you.
The Perfect Gift for Yourself: Goals not Resolutions
The new year is a time for resolutions. Unfortunately, traditional resolution setting notoriously sets you up for failure. Instead, set yourself some attainable personable goals by making each goal specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-orientated.
12 Days of Mindful Tips + Resources: Day 12 “Drummers Drumming”
Today the “12 drummers drumming” are heralding your good news! You have achieved much success by simply being faithful to yourself. You are on your way to having a renewed and positive future. Now, your journey transcends into finding a community with whom to share your new awareness and beliefs. We are never meant to go through journeys alone; we are meant to find support with others.
12 Days of Mindful Tips + Resources: Day 9 “Ladies Dancing”
Day nine is all about movement with “Nine ladies dancing”. Whether you do dance, yoga, or just walk around your neighborhood, you will improve your ability to be centered in your hope by moving on a regular basis. I challenge you to add physical activity to your calendar.
12 Days of Mindful Tips + Resources: Day 6 “Geese a Laying”
Day 6 of my 12 Days of Mindful Tips + Resources for Self-Discovery is about the Six Pillars of Self-Esteem. You will determine your own self-esteem and complete a mission statement to help you meet your goals (from the day five).