At some point everyone will face a stressful situation whether in school, work, in dealing with relationships or just the road bumps that naturally cone along with life. Having healthy strategies to deal with and manage stress can make all the difference. Below are a few tips to help manage some of those stressful...
READ MOREEstablishing inner peace
“When we understand clearly that inner peace is the real source of happiness…we will develop tremendous enthusiasm to practice.” – Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. These last few years have ignited a major shift amongst the collective. With stress, anxiety and depression at an all-time high, many have come to realize the importance and power of...
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I promise it’s not Greek; however, sadly, self-care is something that we sometimes overlook. I define self-care as taking a moment to care for you. Often we tend to so many people, places, and things that we forget or overlook the importance of tending to our needs. Friends, know that it is not selfish...
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When tennis star Naomi Osaka said, “it’s OK not to be OK” after her withdrawal from this year’s French Open, I didn’t think much about her words as I assumed she was only talking about the hidden struggles of elite athletes. But upon reflection, Osaka was brave enough to admit something many of us...
READ MOREManaging stress and being able to strike a balance
Ever heard the saying, you cannot have your cake and eat it? Being a businesswoman, running a household and finding time to exercise seems nearly impossible to try and strike a balance. Through the years, I have seen my weight fluctuate, my mental state diminish and my motivation to live my life to the...
READ MOREA look into Essentialism as defined by Greg McKeown
“I can do anything, but not everything” – Greg McKeown. Greg McKeown is a leadership strategist and the author of Essentialism. His masterful guidance has positively impacted his clients, to name a few, Adobe, Apple, Google, Facebook, Pixar and Yahoo! How often do you feel that you are balancing a multitude of different tasks...
READ MOREPrioritizing your time in a remote environment for improved mental health
Working in a remote environment can seem daunting. Holding yourself accountable takes discipline and a strong work ethic; holding yourself together while working or studying remotely can be an added stressor in an already hectic situation. Mental health seemingly does not go together with even thinking about the work that we accomplish every day....
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