Journaling is a form of self-reflection and a great way to explore the thoughts and feelings that we have. It is also a great way to process what has been happening in your life. Journaling can help us feel more comfortable with ourselves and our emotions, find insights about how we are feeling, understand what’s…
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The Benefits of Gratitude
The positive effects of gratitude can be seen by how it increases the production of serotonin and dopamine, which are neurotransmitters that help regulate mood and happiness. It also helps to reduce stress and anxiety, improves sleep quality, reduces inflammation, boosts immunity, and more.
Gratitude can be expressed in many ways; from keeping a gratitude journal to practicing mindful meditation to writing thank you cards. All of these practices have been shown to provide significant benefits like increased happiness levels and lowered blood pressure.
time to choose
Real life happens. Every day. The only thing we have any choice over is how we respond to it. Some parts are sudden, surprising, shocking and leave us feeling dazed and confused. Other times, we are connected and flowing with life and all its goodness, resilient and moving towards our dreams. Both are part of…
authenticity and the swirl
Do you ever feel like you have too many ideas? Sometimes you just want to create this… and then actually, maybe that…. and then you get an even better idea and get excited about that. Sometimes, you write these ideas down and sometimes maybe you don’t. And anyway, even if you created these things, you’re…
hiding, creating, preparing?
I have definitely been quieter and more reflective these past few weeks… questioning my priorities, seeking inspiration, re-evaluating goals, health, time, energy, desires. It’s natural as something big shifts in your life, to feel unsafe, unsure, to question your life, your decisions and that’s where I have found myself. Most people who have suffered a…