Part 1: Writing Can Heal - Understanding the Therapeutic Power of Putting Words on Paper In my recent blog, Handwriting Literally Rewires Your Brain, I explained how the process of handwriting can enhance comprehension, increase recall of information, sharpen cognition, and literally, reshape the brain. In this new 3-part blog series, I will expand on... Continue Reading →
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often forget to pause and process the overwhelming emotions and thoughts that build up. This is where grounding techniques can be incredibly helpful for our overall well-being. By taking a moment to reconnect with the present, we can step away from anxious thoughts and regain sense... Continue Reading →
Breaking up with a partner can be an incredibly challenging and emotionally draining experience. As someone who has personally gone through the process of letting go of an ex, I understand the rollercoaster of emotions that accompany it. For this reason, I wanted to share my journey and offer some practical tips on how to... Continue Reading →
This summer is full of major life milestones for my family. In a few weeks, my youngest will graduate high school and head off to college 5 hours away, and my daughter says, “I do,” to the man she has captured her heart and future. I feel tremendous pride and anticipation for both children while,... Continue Reading →
The wellness wheel is a model of eight parts that make up a well-rounded and balanced lifestyle. It is a visual reminder that our lives are made up of many facets and that each one is important and should be recognized. If we are out of balance in one area, that will affect other areas... Continue Reading →
How we process our feelings and emotions is often learned early in childhood. Some families are good at getting everything out, speaking their minds and telling others about how they feel. Others find it more appealing to stay quiet about feelings, stuffing them down and never speaking of them again. We can often be lured... Continue Reading →
Some people attempt to avoid discomfort or other uncomfortable feelings. They may avoid any negative experience, conversation, or encounter that could elicit pain. They might not even realize their avoidance comes from not wanting to feel uncomfortable. People may mask their feelings by saying things like, “Good vibes only!” or “There is always a silver... Continue Reading →
How many emotions can you name? In Brenè Brown’s book entitled Atlas of the Heart,Brown and her team surveyed 7,000 people in five years, and the average number of emotions that people can identify are three: happiness, sadness, and anger. However, these three emotions grossly underrepresent all the emotions we feel daily. In fact, Brown... Continue Reading →
Have you ever felt mixed emotions about leaving a situation or a person? If so, you are not alone; it makes sense to feel this way because human beings are complex and nuanced. Although we may not always have the emotional bandwidth to facilitate all emotions at once, we can experience them. Because of the... Continue Reading →
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