Want to know how to deal with being emotionally triggered? It’s helpful to ask yourself three simple questions. Explore these questions, a real-world example, and a free worksheet to help you get started.
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Self-compassion is a healthier way to relate to our struggles and difficult emotions. Read about the components, benefits, and five ways we can build our own capacity.
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Explore the power of “and” for understanding the paradoxes of life. Being mindful of life’s duality brings balance and meaning to the journey.
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Read about the complicated nature of perfectionism and learn how to identify your perfectionistic expectations. Self-compassion is the proven way to treat toxic perfectionism.
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A vacation hike taught me to stop resisting and embrace the experience, serving as a metaphor for the war with anxiety. Progress happens when we stop resisting anxiety and use mindfulness instead.
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Practicing gratitude is an effective way to increase happiness and foster a sense of calm. If you struggle with journaling or need a fresh perspective, try one of these creative ways to practice gratitude. They’re kid-friendly too!
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Learn about RAIN, a tool for practicing mindfulness and dealing with anxious thoughts. My application of RAIN resulted in less anxiety and more fun.
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When a physically stressful event put my mindfulness practices to the test, I was amazed at how small changes in my thinking calmed the mental chaos.
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4 Steps for success
I am learning how to effectively deal with the inevitable meditation interruptions. Read my four steps for success.
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Try this variation on your usual gratitude practice: write gratitude letters. I’m doing this for Valentine’s to spread some love and get the well-being boost.
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