put yourself on your christmas list

Put Yourself on Your Christmas List this Season

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “We get so frustrated and weary chasing the perfect holiday season that we never take time to enjoy the one right in front of us.” ~Joshua Becker The holiday season can feel like pure chaos as the year draws to an end. There always seems to be a plethora of holiday parties […]

The “Yes…and” Principle of Self-Compassion

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH Self-compassion is simply giving the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to others. — Christopher Germer I will never forget a client I saw years ago. On the surface everything seemed okay and she had checked off all the boxes of a career, marriage, family, children, etc. Yet she was […]

A Guide to Thriving in the Holiday Season Single

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH During the holidays, single individuals have the unique opportunity to take up new traditions, cultivate a sense of home and celebrate the relationships that they do have. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! This month is full of dinners, parties, events, service, and gatherings.  Because the holiday season is very […]

Self-Compassion: A Neglected Form of Self-Care

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” ~Buddha When we look in the mirror, what do we see? We may notice our frizzy hair, crooked teeth, short eyelashes, thin lips, uneven eyebrows or a plethora of other things. Yet when others look at us, […]