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The 5 Self-Compassion Practices for Caregivers
Being a caregiver can be a rewarding undertaking. Taking care of another person is sometimes a choice and other times put upon us due to circumstances. Either way, it can be a tough job that is often times emotionally taxing and physically demanding. But it’s also an opportunity to make another person’s situation better. When
How to Set Goals for the New Year: 6 Steps to a Successful Resolution
Setting goals for the new year is nothing new. However, most of the time, the goals or resolutions we set at the beginning of the year seem to wain and fade quickly if we don’t have a clear focus and motivation for making these changes. An integral part of achieving success and creating lasting changes
How to create a meaningful holiday experience while reducing stress
The holidays are a time to celebrate with family and friends and enjoy special meals and times together. But how can we make holiday experiences as meaningful and joyful as possible without wasting energy on the little things? This article offers tips on how to create memorable holidays by creating meaningful experiences and gatherings. From
Relaxation Techniques to Help You Fall Asleep Faster and Stay Asleep Longer
If you’re noticing fatigue and sleepiness during the day, you could be having issues with sleep. And you’re not alone. The CDC has reported that over 47 million Americans suffer from sleep problems. If you’re looking for some ideas for improving your sleep health, read on! The following suggestions are all options for developing good
Using Meditation to Decrease Anxiety and Stress
Learn how to manage through anxiety and stress by training yourself to breathe and return to the present moment instead of going into stress reactions such as panic attacks or anxiety. It takes practice, but the benefits are worth it.
Can Meditation Improve Our Relationships ?
Today, we are seeing that more and more people are doing some form of meditation. It’s not surprising that during the pandemic many people decided that if they couldn’t go out and be social, they would go in and work on themselves.
Guided Meditation
So the idea here is to do this meditation once a day, knowing that every time you do it, you are creating new neural pathways in your brain.
Something Special About Max
In August of 2018 I saw a FB post about Maximus Pisani winning a match during a tournament in Georgia. His score in the first set was 6-0. The second set he won 7-5. In tennis, scores don’t always tell you the whole story, but I had an inkling that there was something special about
Recreational Golfer’s Story
I’ve been coaching my client, whom I will call Steve, for about a year and a half now. We work together 3 times a week. On Mondays we do a coaching call over the phone, and on Wednesdays and Fridays, we meet for meditation. One of Steve’s priorities in his life is his friendships. He
Alice’s Story
I was recently asked to FaceTime with a 15-year-old girl who plays on the Juniors tennis tour. I’ll call her Alice. Alice was struggling with closing out matches. She would win the first set easily and then struggle during the second set if the score got to 2-2 or 3-3. Her mind started raising
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Valentine’s (Self-Care) Day
Now that we’re into February, our minds turn towards the upcoming Valentine’s Day. That can mean different things to different people. For some people who are single, it can mean a day to forget or avoid. For others who have a spouse or significant other, it’s an opportunity to show love and care for them.