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Saying no to others, means saying yes to yourself. -friend of Dr. P
What is your buffer? If you are anticipating a stressful situation, have a buffer before and/or after to help you get through it. -Dr. P
Be mindful of your muscle tension. Stress increases muscle tension, which increases physical pain and other medical symptoms. Mindful deep breathing and mindful awareness of
California Psychological Association’s 8 therapeutic lifestyle changes: exercise, nutrition, spend time in nature, positive relationships, enjoyable recreational activities, relaxation/meditation, religious/spiritual involvement if applicable, and service
Spring Season is a time of growth and re-growth, as we connect and re-connect with nature and the people around us. It’s time to absorb
Are there any tough decisions that you may need to make that are in your best interest of self-care, but due to fear or anxiety
“Know your audience” and curb your expectations based on that in order to minimize your disappointment/suffering; this does not mean lowering one’s standards. -Dr. P
“…what it’s about is not giving up. If you have a dream, fight for it. There’s a discipline for passion. And it is not about
How can you give yourself validation for your own feelings? And do reality testing for your own thoughts to know whether your perceptions are accurate?