If you experience grief during the holidays, know that this is very common. Most of us place unrealistically high expectations on the season. This lofty view of how “things are supposed to be,” combined with past memories, lack of funds, or personal struggles can make it difficult to get into the holiday spirit. One of […]
The Best Holiday Stress Relievers
When it comes to the holidays, additional stress can cause many people to feel less than festive. Holiday stress can cause you to feel anxious, frantic, depressed, and overwhelmed. It is hard to enjoy the season to the fullest when you’re struggling to hold it together. However, you can start right now to turn your […]
Deep Breathing Techniques For Stress & Anxiety Relief
I don’t believe in keeping valuable information to myself, especially if it can help someone to overcome their suffering, due to stress or anxiety. I’ve decided to share tips about progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) and deep breathing techniques that are designed to relax you and bring you out of states of anxiety or stress. These […]
Create A Stress Reduction Toolkit
Stress and anxiety often go hand in hand in our society. They are a normal part of the human experience and can be triggered by both good and bad stressors. Good stress happens in relation to something exciting or positive happening in your life, while bad stress comes from a negative or difficult situation or […]
How To Make Meditation More Powerful
After starting a meditation practice, most people wonder after a few weeks or months if they are “doing it right.” This is a really common concern, especially since you might notice that the harder you try to clear your mind and meditate, the more distractions you’ll notice. The good news is that it’s not the […]
3 Tips To Start A Meditation Practice
If you haven’t experienced the peace and tranquility that comes from meditation, consider starting a practice. Meditation allows us to tap into an inner peace that comes from going inward and connecting with a higher source. Through a regular practice, people find that they feel calmer, more peaceful, and happier. Here are some tips for […]
The 5 Best Ways To Be Stress Free
There are five strategies that anyone can use to be stress free, anytime, anywhere. These are basic life skills I share with my clients to help them cope with any situation. Can you imagine being in the midst of a difficult, high stress situation and coping with flying colors? The truth is that yes, you […]
Using Vipissana Meditation To Find Your Spiritual Centre
There are many meditation techniques and spiritual practices that can be used to find your spiritual centre. One of the practices I learned is called Vipissana meditation. It was taught to me by Buddhist monks in the beginning of my spiritual journey. This practice focuses on noticing the breath as it flow in and out […]
Ways To Relax And Relieve Stress
Finding ways to relax and relive stress go hand-in-hand. It’s not a coincidence that too many people are dealing with anxiety, high blood pressure, and feelings of being overwhelmed. If you never develop the ability to relax and make it a priority in your life, your body and mind will take the toll. The best […]