Happiness. That’s what we’re all striving for, right? For most of us, that’s the ultimate goal. We know we’re on the right path if we feel happy on a regular basis. So how do we get there? There are many different paths to take to find happiness. Some of us find it through our […]
Why I Don’t Wear High Heels
A few weeks ago, I came across a chat on Twitter. It involved multiple women complaining about their upcoming summer wedding invites. No, they weren’t anti-wedding, but rather anti-the amount of time they felt they had to spend in heels. There was a big debate about whether or not it would be acceptable to wear […]
Mindfulness Products Wish List: 7 Ideas To Help You Be Present
Taking time to be present is not an easy task. Sometimes you can practice mindfulness in a way that flows within your day, and at other times, you may want to take a break from the outside world to focus on “the now”. Here are a few of the items on my mindfulness products wish […]
Easy Recipe of the Month: July
Each month we’ll bring you an easy recipe that can actually be made by you (not a gourmet chef) after a busy day. All recipes will be simple, healthy, quick, and won’t break the bank. Have a suggestion? Feel free to let us know! As a snobby Italian, I’m always a little skeptical about tomato sauce […]
Relaxation Playlist of the Month: July
We all need a little extra peace in our daily lives, don’t we? Today, we are sharing our Relaxation Playlist of the Month for July to help you take a much-deserved time out in your day. This latest playlist incorporates some lighter tones and summer-inspired tunes which would make it perfect for use when relaxing […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy: Things You Should Ask Beforehand
Finding the right therapist is hard work. Unfortunately, it’s too much of hard work to be honest. That’s why we are sharing some frequently asked questions about therapy in the hopes that this information will help you find the right match for you in your search. “What is therapy anyway?” While there is no formal […]
Is There A Right Way To Help?
Many years ago (and by many I mean like, three) it became a tradition for spring and summer weekends to mean ALL THE RACES. This is the downside (and by downside I mean perk) of living right near Central Park where New York RoadRunners holds most of their races. Not so many years ago, it […]
How to Apologize to Someone You’ve Hurt
Along with being a mental health counselor and wellness advocate I’m also a big film buff. One day while I was watching an old Alfred Hitchcock film “Rich and Strange” I was struck by what one of the characters said about love and relationships: I think this quote encapsulates so much about our struggles in […]
Bookshelf: Life’s Too Short To Go So F*cking Slow
Reading has so many health benefits, but often it’s hard to find the time to sit down with a good book. We’re here to make it easier, with wellness approved book recommendations and why we loved them. Did you read one of our suggestions? Let us know what you thought! Life’s Too Short To Go So F*cking Slow […]
Summer Self Care
Summer! Beaches, picnics, #roséallday, longer days, and warm sun. The perfect time to make all of your self care outdoor activities – until it just gets way too hot and you have to move inside and sit in front of the air conditioner for hours. Just me? Okay, moving on… Check out our list of […]