I have been hearing a theme in my sessions the past few weeks. And I think it might be a theme that sounds familiar to you. This is a theme that comes up any time I am helping someone explore a serious loss or major change in life. It is the theme of regret, of sadness, of wanting life to be the way it was before. Before the test results … [Read more...]
Walking the Walk
January 25, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Hi all. I hope that you are having a wonderful Friday. I am--mostly. But I'm bushed today. We're having an unseasonably warm day, and I need to take a walk to let my body remember how good moving feels when the temperature is above freezing. So, I'm going to practice what I preach and engage in some active self-care. That means that I'll … [Read more...]
Self-Care in the Face of Tragedy
December 14, 2012 by 5 Comments
This is a revision of a post I wrote in December, following the Newtown shootings. It feels important to share again today. Like many others this week, I have been stunned and saddened by the terrible events that took place in Boston. My heart breaks for the many families that have been irrevocably changed by today's events. I know that … [Read more...]
Holiday Self-Care Series: When You are Grieving
December 14, 2012 by Leave a Comment
So many of our holiday traditions and memories are centered around family and friends. Because of that, a holiday after loss can feel empty, cold, and overwhelming. This week, I'll explore some strategies that you might use to navigate the holidays after losing someone dear to you. Name Your Feelings The first step in good self-care when you … [Read more...]
Feeling Overwhelmed? Try to Locate Simple Joy
November 2, 2012 by 7 Comments
I don't know about you, but I am feeling overwhelmed this week. Here in the midwest, I was not directly affected by Hurricane Sandy, but I do have family and friends throughout the east coast. I am still holding my breath as I wait for news, and my heart breaks with each new story of loss and tragedy. On top of that, we are nearly at the end … [Read more...]
