In 2018, I stood in a tiny room with blue expo markings stretching wall to wall on a white board. The words were a long list of my involvements, jobs, and classes: a complete map of my overbooked schedule. All I really wanted was to be able to “do my
Have you ever felt guilty for saying no? Or uncomfortable saying yes? Have you found yourself trying to please others at the cost of your own well-being? If you said yes to any of these, then you might benefit from getting comfortable with saying “no”. Saying no is an essential
When I was growing up, everyone told me to do my best, but nobody told me that doing your best could backfire, big time. Trying hard and doing your best can reap many rewards in your lifetime, but what happens if you overdo it? If you identify as a busy
Feelings of peace are technically available to you right now, but there is something getting in your way: urgency. It is perfectly normal to feel a sense of urgency when we have numerous responsibilities, approaching deadlines, or problems to solve. But as soon as these pressing matters begin piling on
When people hear the word “self-care,” many imagine bubble baths, a glass of wine, a day of rest, or a good massage. While a bubble bath may be a helpful reset every once in a while, it is likely only a temporary fix to an ongoing problem. Many of the
