Sensory Seeking Versus Sensory Sensitive: Creating an optimal working environment With so many of us working from home during this surreal time in history…what’s the optimal environment to work in? It really depends on YOU. And through understanding ourselves, we can create an environment that maximizes how we function. One Read more…
What happens when we get older? We know ourselves better and the more self-assured we become. But that also comes with a cost. Older ≠ smarter I’m a millennial, a wife and a mother of 2. I’m in my mid-thirties and I’m reflecting on my life. Growing up, I was Read more…
How can we overcome our insecurities? First, we must define what security means to us. It’s hard for anyone to be completely secure with themselves but once we know what to aim for, it’s easier to set goals, create plans and adopt habits to change. We can overcome and/or manage Read more…
Ever feel the need to keep talking? And you feel anxious when the conversation lulls? How can we practice mindfulness when we are afraid of silence? The humming of the fans…pitter-patter of the rain…movement of the cars…whistle of the wind…chirping of the birds How often do we experience silence? Probably Read more…
“Should I have kids? Maybe if I meet a guy who wants them but for now, nope.” “I don’t want my life to change right now but that stupid biological clock is ticking.” “Parenting seems so hard and tiring but then why do all these people do it?” “I’m on Read more…
“I’m not scared; I’m just not motivated to start my goals right now.” “I’ll start my diet on Monday.” “Watching Netflix on a Friday night is way more fun than going out and meeting someone.” “I don’t have time to workout.” “Paying off that student loan can wait; these shoes Read more…
“It’s called freedom of speech and I’m entitled to my opinion.” “I say what I want when I want.” “It’s called free speech and I’m entitled to my opinion.” “I don’t care what you think. That’s just how I feel.” “Whatever, I do what I want!” Like many other bloggers, Read more…
EPISODE 25: 3 SIGNS TO LOOK FOR WHEN MAKING NEW FRIENDS (TO AVOID MAKING TOXIC ONES) https://youtu.be/vzMbVN5mNmE How do you make sure you make great friends instead of toxic ones? Here are 3 signs to look for when making new friends. 1. Look For Drama-Free Friends When I make friends, Read more…
EPISODE 24: HOW TO AVOID BECOMING A TOXIC FRIEND (3 STRATEGIES TO MANAGE YOUR BEHAVIOUR SO YOU DON’T LOSE FRIENDS) https://youtu.be/LpbVL5Vdtkw So in part 1, I shared the 3 signs that I watch for in myself when I think I’m becoming a toxic friend. In part 2 of my toxic Read more…
EPISODE 23: HOW TO RECOGNIZE A TOXIC FRIEND (THE FIRST THING YOU NEED TO DO) https://youtu.be/MhEzfr6V5nU Here is part 1 of my 3 part series on Toxic Friendships: Ah, toxic friends. From Clueless to Mean Girls to Gossip Girl (is it Pretty Little Liars now?)… Do they only appear in Read more…