Creativity lies within all of us. When we're sad, depressed or anxious, the "Artist" that is part of who we are can come to our assistance. Sometimes in the smallest ways; sometimes in a grand fashion. However the Artist enters your life, try to heed the call and work with that energy. In 1889, the great Dutch painter Van Gogh found himself in a mental asylum and suffered greatly with … [Read more...]
Giving thanks … for being thankful
The practice of gratitude and appreciation reduces stress and aggression, new studies show. This makes sense: Allowing ourselves to be thankful for what we have places the focus on the importance of our existence and our inherent worth. Being thankful also connects us to one another, because gratitude is often directed to the people in our lives who have affected us in positive ways. Perhaps … [Read more...]
Things that go bump in your life
Monsters underneath the bed. Fear of the dark. Visits to the dentist or doctor. All pretty daunting experiences for a little one. Validating a child’s fear, anxiety, loneliness and pain -- helping them find ways to manage and cope -- is a critical part of the parenting role. When "scary" incidents from childhood go unattended by primary caregivers, these experiences become more traumatic, … [Read more...]
Laughter makes good things happen
In our ever-demanding world of work and achievement, it is so important to carve out time for fun. Fun? Yes! If you're not having fun, take some time to figure out why. Life gets pretty overwhelming, as we all know, not to mention serious. Take regular breaks from stress and worry -- just let your inner child out for a good old time. I don’t mean getting high or drunk. I mean some good … [Read more...]
Panic attacks: 10 ways to beat them
1. Remember that although your feelings and symptoms can be very frightening, they are not dangerous or harmful. 2. Understand that what you are experiencing is an exaggeration of your normal bodily reactions to stress. 3. Do not fight your feelings or try to wish them away. The more you face your fears, the less intense they will become. 4. Do not add to your panic by thinking about what … [Read more...]
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