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In recent years, the traditional understanding of health has shifted dramatically. No longer do we merely define health as the absence of disease; rather, it’s a dynamic process where individuals strive to maintain a sense of coherence in their lives. As Antonovsky, a renowned health sociologist, ap...
It’s a moment that sneaks up on you, no matter how long you’ve known it was coming. One day, your child is there, filling your home with laughter, noise, and the constant hum of daily life. The next, they’re packing up their things, ready to embark on the grand adventure of college. As a parent, the...
Feeling connected is NOT ONLY one of the most powerful predictors of your health and happiness…..
CONNECTION MATTERS.
CONNECTION provides meaning to people’s lives.  Â
I often share the quote by The Dalai Lama – “The Purpose in Life is to BE HAPPY.”   It’s not an accident that “purpos
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Life seems to be demanding a ton from us right now. Â
As I talk to people this week, I am in awe of how much one person can withstand.  It seems most are feeling overwhelmed and defeated, and a sense of normalcy feels far away. Â
Remember no matter what the challenge, you are perfectly equipped to ...
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Music therapy is more than just a soothing experience; it’s a transformative approach that harnesses the power of music to address various aspects of health and well-being. Here’s a look at how music therapy can enrich lives across different domains:
1. Enhancing Mental Health
Music therapy pla...
When we focus on pleasing other people, the irony is that we often fail to please ourselves. We put others' wants, desires, joy, and happiness ahead of our own, driven by a deep-seated need from childhood to feel safe by keeping others happy with us. Our brains link this external validation and appr...
Are you exhausting yourself trying to be a Good Boy or a Good Girl?  Before you discount this question ask yourself.  Â
Do you use the word “should” and follow it up with a weeks worth of guilt?   Do you ignore what you desire to do for the sake of what you feel obligated to do for others?  Â
Do y...
Do you feel like you have a slew of ideas and no time to turn then into reality? Â
Do you KNOW your potential and also grievethat it is horrifically UNTAPPED?  Â
Do you fear that time is passing you by?Â
Do you long to share your talents, creativity, joy, enthusiasm and gifts with the world a
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“Why should I share what’s going on in my life?”   “Why would I put my heavy burdens on another?” “What is the point of opening up?”  “What is talking to anyone going to change,…get me, …what good will that do?” “I don’t want to be a victim, that doesn’t help anyone.”  “People have enoug
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Oh sweet summer, I am reminded how busy you actually are! Summer is typically looked at as the time to sit back and relax, but with kids being home and so many activities to go to, it can feel exhausting pretty quickly! Here are my tips to enjoy the summer while also prioritizing your mental health....
Summer Solstice is a time to reflect, a time to evaluate self-growth, purpose and meaning.   Â
At this celebratory time of year seeds are planted in the Earth as well as in our souls. Â
At Solstice (1:50PMÂ PST June 20th, 2024), the sun brightens our skies more and longer than any other day of the ...
I talk about GRATITUDE a lot!  Â
I believe gratitude is the antidote for most ALL ailments and is the gateway to joy and happiness.Â
However, when I teach about gratitude, the concept can be surprisingly unsettling for some.  Why? Well, because many can readily make a list of things and people an...
