Mid-Week Balance: 15 May 2013

Hi all--if you noticed that MWB was missing last week, I apologize.  I was home with a sick kiddo, and didn't make it to the computer.  But, everyone is healthy this week, and I have an enormous round-up for you.  There is so much good stuff that I am going to jump right in. Self-Care and Self-Criticism So often in my office, I hear … [Read more...]

Holiday Self-Care Series: Is It Time for Some Compassion?

There has been a theme in my client sessions this week.  In fact, I'm guessing you may have been living this theme as well.  "I wish I hadn't __________."  You can fill in that blank spot with whatever is appropriate for you.  Here are some of the variations I have heard: I wish I hadn't eaten so much. I wish I hadn't spent so much … [Read more...]

You Deserve Self-Care

Does this sound familiar to you?  You worked really hard, and you began to exercise regularly, and it felt great.  Or, you put in a lot of time, and ate in ways that respected your body, and it felt great.  Or, you really invested in building some good relationships, and you had a solid circle of friends, and it felt great. But … [Read more...]

Mid-Week Balance: 18 April 2012

I know that there have been some themes to the last few MWB posts, but this week, we are back to a grab-bag.  There has been a lot of good stuff flying around out there.  You'll see some very familiar names, and a few that are making re-appearances.  I hope that you find something that lifts you up, makes you think, or supports you in your … [Read more...]

Mid-Week Balance: 16 November 2011

This is a bonus edition of MWB--two weeks in one post.  I have been collecting all kinds of good stuff for you while I was writing a bonus post for Veteran's Day and enjoying the chance to guest host the Mental Health Online Support chat (Twitter hashtag #MHON, Wednesdays at 12:00 pm EST).  It has been true in the past and it's true this time … [Read more...]