winter blues (SAD)

seasonal affect disorder (SAD) also known as seasonal depression or winter depression is a type of depression that is related to the seasons and usually occurs during the fall and winter when days are shorter and nights are longer. less sunlight occurs which supplies us with natural vitamin D the energy and mood booster. Read […]

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summer break (through)

It has been a while to say the least. Many inspirational thoughts and thought-provoking experiences have occurred since my last post in June. Interestingly enough, each time my creative flow was prompted and urged to post and share…I simply didn’t. There was more to learn. Making it to the halfway point of 2020 was ironically […]

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lemonade

 “Our days typically started around 6 a.m. with a morning routine that included small talk and a warm breakfast at home before heading off to school, work, and conducting business as usual.” Many individuals have had to adjust (abruptly) to significant changes in the way that their family dynamic operates. Having structured routines can provide […]

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grounding

Now more than ever, I am experiencing first hand the benefits of utilizing grounding exercises. In heightened situations, a pandemic for example, my senses and emotions become over stimulated and the best thing for me to do is turn inwardly. Practicing simple grounding exercises have helped alleviate my anxious feelings and thoughts, as well as […]

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