In the season of trick-or-treat and costumes, it makes me think of the “masks” people put on to cover things up – whether emotionally or physically; to hide behind; to lead others to believe you’re something or someone different than you really are (or want to be); to blend in; to protect your vulnerabilities. In […]

Bravery is more than just courage. It is often romanticized in literature and cinema, portrayed as a heroic act in the face of danger. However, true bravery extends beyond grand gestures; it embodies the daily choices you make in your life. At its core, bravery is about confronting fear, uncertainty, and adversity, and it manifests […]

Depression Awareness Month Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, and one of the five fields of health we dive into on this Blog.  Mental health influences how you think, feel, and act in your daily life. It affects your ability to handle stress, relate to others, and make decisions. One of the […]

Comparing a seed to human life, there are so many parallels.  Think about a seed.  You have this tiny little thing that may even seem somewhat irrelevant. It is typically a round, hard surface that looks so … simple.  You bury it into dirt.  You nourish it. You water it and give it sunlight.  You […]

Metamorphosis…A Journey to Transformation When you were born into the world, you were a pure, innocent being. As you age, you experience various circumstances – geography, economics, family dynamics, interactions.  Some help you, some hurt you.  Either way, only you can free yourself from or help yourself through any of it.  You have an innate […]

(What I Need) Through social media, ads, and the internet and media in general, hundreds of things or ways that you “should be” are thrown at you each day. Things you need, emotions you “should” have, items and/or products you would be better off purchasing, “sides” you should be taking…it’s a constant web of ideas, […]

People are often resistant to change, not realizing that change itself is constant. Even if you resist or avoid it, it will enter your life just the same. At first it can be difficult or annoying but, with time and an open mind, it can bring great things – personal growth, flexibility, improvement, strength, progress, […]

…a state of mental and physical exhaustion that can zap the joy out of friendships, family interactions, and so much more. Continual exposure to stressful situations can lead to this stress condition.  It isn’t always easy to spot and is worse than ordinary fatigue, as it can make it challenging for people to cope with […]

Have you ever said that something just “isn’t fair”. If so, you’re right. Often things happen that just aren’t “fair” and that is a hard part of life.  You can plan and plan.  You can prepare for things as much as possible.  You can think you have things “figured out”…and then…WHAM!  Something hits unexpectedly.  Something […]

and the impact it has When you experience broken promises from a friend or family member it can stir up feelings of disappointment, frustration, and betrayal. It can create a loss of respect and erode relationships. When you don’t keep a promise to someone it communicates to that person that you don’t value him/her. You […]