Socializing food free seems so outrageous for most, but I have people I work with talk about the dread that comes with the holiday season and cozy, winter months. “So much food.” “So many desserts.” “Food everywhere!” And it is true. Special once-a-year items are found just about anywhere, and due to their seasonality, people… Continue reading The Quest for Food-Free Socializing
Category: Mind
Cultivate a Relaxation Practice at Work
Ever find yourself overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed while working? Well, you are not alone. Anxiety can lead to at lost productivity (on average at least four work days are lost a month due to anxiety) and a whopping 83% of US workers complain of work-related stress. Most people will experience these issues at work, and… Continue reading Cultivate a Relaxation Practice at Work
How to Empower Yourself to Say “No”
Overwhelmed. Buried under deadlines, invites, and multiple to-do’s. It can be tough to deal with things coming from multiple directions, especially if you are a people pleaser or overachiever. Figuring out how to get through everything on the daily to-do list seems like a juggling act at times. Often, when this happens, we focus on… Continue reading How to Empower Yourself to Say “No”
Realistic Wellness: Striving for Better, Not Perfect
What is a realistic definition of wellness? Often, we think in terms of perfection. Everything in its place, just the way it is supposed to be. Perfect. Anything short of that is considered a disappointment. But, what happens when we fall short of these expectations? When the kitchen always has pieces of mail scattered on… Continue reading Realistic Wellness: Striving for Better, Not Perfect
Set Yourself Up for a Realistic Path to Wellness
Often, we think in terms of perfection. Everything in its place, just the way it is supposed to be. Perfect. Anything short of that is considered disappointing. But, what happens when we fall short of these expectations? When the kitchen always has pieces of mail scattered on the dining table and crumbs on the floor. … Continue reading Set Yourself Up for a Realistic Path to Wellness
