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Many of us have a story that we tell ourselves about why we are the way we are. This story in our minds is our own personal narrative that gives meaning to our life. As we learn through each moment (especially those significant moments in life), our idea of self is built through our own bias of experiences. Meaning making on our journeys can help create a sense of purpose.
Read MoreWhat does the term "people pleasing" mean to you?
People pleasing is a broad term used to define one's emotional need to please others at the cost of their needs and desires. In many cases, people pleasing behaviors are problematic, as they may lead to anxiety, disconnection with others, tiredness, poor boundaries, low self-esteem, and lack of satisfaction.
Read MoreOur world moves so quickly and can pull us in many different directions at once. Work, school, family, kids, friends, hobbies, and so on. It can be difficult to find time to slow down and for many, adequate sleep is one of the first things to suffer.
Read MoreUnderstanding worry and anxiety can feel like a pretty big task in today’s world. If you have struggled with anxiety yourself, the research shows us that your child is seven times more likely to deal with anxiety. Anxiety tends to be an isolator, but we know it is not an isolated issue. When we have a child that is dealing with anxiety, one of the first questions we often ask ourselves as a parent is what am I doing wrong? Research indicates that one in four children are currently dealing with anxiety. This statistic indicates that it is not necessarily what we are doing right or wrong as parents, but rather how we can begin to understand this epidemic of worry and anxiety that we are currently in
Read MoreThink about how roles have changed for women and girls society in the last 50 years. Now a women’s place is not only in the kitchen. Women can pursue any career that they would like to, doctor, psychologist, teacher, politician, etc. The sky is the limit. However, over 50% of girls by the age of 13 report feeling unhappy with their bodies according to the National Organization of Women. By the age of 17, it increased to over 70% of girls. We call this feeling 'body image,' and it's about how we see ourselves, not how we really are.
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