3 Components of Self-Compassion

Self-care is more than the things we do for ourselves. It also encompasses how we speak to ourselves. Do you criticize yourself in ways that would make you cringe if you heard a loved one describing themselves in unforgiving, harsh ways? Dr. Karen Neff identifies 3 components of self-compassion. This self-compassion break can be done […]

July 26, 2025 Read More...

Self Care is Not Selfish!

July 24th is International Self Care Day. Founded in 2011, the date was chosen as a reminder that self-care can be practiced 24-hours a day. Unfortunately, many people view self-care as indulgent and selfish. We are taught to put the needs of others ahead of our own, often to our own detriment. Women are particularly […]

July 19, 2025 Read More...

5 Coping Tools to Build Resilience

Last week, we explored resilience, or the confidence we will get through things, even when they are really hard. On our blog, we offered 10 fill-in-the-blank exercises to explore the strengths you already have. This week, we look at 5 tools to use for coping with the anxiety and stress that arise when we are […]

July 12, 2025 Read More...

10 Exercises to Strengthen Your Belief in Your Ability to Cope When Times are Hard

If you have gone through a hard time in your life, you may have been encouraged to ‘use your coping skills.’ But what does that mean, exactly? Coping skills can fall into two domains:1. The things we actively do to handle difficult situations. These can include reaching out to supports, using breathing exercises, visualization, and […]

July 5, 2025 Read More...

5 Tips for Coping With Empty Next Syndrome

Do you have a child leaving for college? Are your kids heading to overnight camp this summer? When the kids leave, some parents welcome the freedom from parenting responsibilities and a chance to enjoy ‘me time.’ Others dread the empty nest, and feel at loose ends. Here are 5 tips for coping with empty nest […]

June 28, 2025 Read More...