Stress & Muscle Tension
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
Therapeutic Changes
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
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
Fear or Anxiety about Change
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”
“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
Not Giving Up
“…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
Mindfully Kind to Oneself
How can you mindfully be kinder to yourself? -Dr. P
Validation & Reality Testing
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?
Anxious Thoughts & Feelings
Manage your anxious feelings by managing your anxious thoughts. Be mindful not to over or under estimate your thoughts by being accurate and fact-based in