What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is bringing awareness to what we are doing, being fully present, and staying in the moment. It’s about being aware of and accepting what is, who you are, and how you feel right now without judgment. Mindfulness is about setting intention for whatever it is you’re…
How to Cope with Unexpected Life Changes
Many people think that you can plan out your life like a road map or that you have total control over your life and what happens to you. But whether we like it or not, our lives and the world around us are in constant flux. Sometimes we plan for…
Fear of the Unknown
In the previous blog post within this series, I talked about the fear of being judged. When you are afraid of what others think, you’re more likely to make decisions based on what others want instead of what you truly want. The truth is, however, that what people think about…
How to Make Friends as an Adult
It was easy to make friends at school, but when you’re in your 20s, 30s, and 40s, it can be challenging. So how do we make new friends and find connection at this point in our lives? Being Single When All Your Friends Are Having Kids As more and…
Why is Gaslighting So Dangerous?
The term “gaslighting” has been popping up more frequently in conversations and media lately. Generally it means making someone question their own reality. I’ve heard people throw the term around freely, but actual gaslighting is a serious and intentional form of emotional abuse. What is Gaslighting? Gaslighting is a…