Fierce Self-Compassion: A New Book by Kristin Neff

In her tremendously popular first  book, Self-Compassion, psychologist Kristin Neff, Ph.D., transformed our approach to self-care and how we see our relationship with ourselves. Based on research, she developed a model of self-compassion with three elements of learning to be kind to yourself. First, you can consciously choose to see yourself with self-kindness instead…

I am publishing this blog in memory of my dog, Stella (pictured above), who died last year on September 21st. I saw this list shared by several friends on Facebook yesterday. It is so simple and moving that I felt compelled to share it here. I invite you to share…

Let’s take a fun journey into the world of humor and discover how it keeps our minds healthy! Did you know that laughter isn’t just about having fun? It’s like a hidden superpower for your brain. We’ll explore how smiling and laughing can boost your inner strength, making you feel…

Do you agree that life is a balancing act? And that creating a harmonious work-life balance is critical to improving not just our physical well-being, but also our emotional and career health. In my last article, I talked about why work-life balance is so important. You can check it out if you…

Sometimes when mentioning to friends or some people that I meditate, they usually ask back: “So, basically what you do is thinking of nothing, isn’t it?”. Actually, meditation is relatively more complex than that, at least in my eyes – not literally. There are already many books on different meditation…

Not only can exercise help you live a longer life, but it also helps you thrive and develop that important lust for life. It can boost your psychological and emotional functioning, as well as your productivity and interpersonal connections. It also boosts your cardiovascular and muscular health by warding off…

A busy workday often feels like a blur of emails, meetings and constant demands. Mindfulness offers a way to pause, reset and bring clarity into the chaos. By weaving simple practices into your routine, you can boost focus, reduce stress and improve your overall sense of balance. The beauty is…

In our quest for personal growth and self-improvement, we often find ourselves struggling to stay motivated and consistent in our efforts. Passion and enthusiasm alone may not be enough to sustain us on the journey towards becoming the best version of ourselves. However, there is a powerful tool that can…

“Get out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.”Brian Tracy I’m a big fan of doing the unusual thing. Sometimes in big ways. Often in small and daily ways to mix things up. Why? Because…