by Lauren | Nov 6, 2018 | Self-care, Stress Management
Post Vacation Thoughts Every now and then we need a reset button. It’s easy to become consumed in the business and the go, go, go business, family life, and social life. Taking time to relax help reminded me of a few things that I want to document here to remember...
by Lauren | Sep 16, 2018 | Anxiety, Self-care, Stress Management
The Checklist Water, check. Extra batteries, check. Sandbags, check. Non-perishable foods, check. Every resident of Wilmington was endlessly reviewing the checklist to prepare for Hurricane Florence. Tension was high as home improvement stores ran out of plywood...
by Lauren | Aug 18, 2018 | Anxiety, Mindfulness, Self-care, Stress Management
Guided Imagery is an easy first step into meditation Guided imagery is a particularly effective tool for calming the mind and refocusing. Guided imagery is a type of meditation. In the middle of a hectic day, it is easy to get caught up in the to do lists and the...
by Lauren | Aug 11, 2018 | Anxiety, Emotions, Self-care, Stress Management
Burn out refers to the mental, physical, and/or emotional drain that is caused by stressors in one’s life. Work is often blamed for burn out. However, we can also be burnt out from taking care of family or friends. We become exhausted and before we know it we’re...
by Lauren | Aug 4, 2018 | Self-care, Stress Management, Substance abuse, Therapy
Thinking Outside the Box For Addiction Treatment By Kimberly Hayes When we think about addiction recovery, our minds usually go to traditional methods: rehabilitation centers, 12-step programs, and counseling. It’s the default for most addicts trying to get sober. But...
by Lauren | Jul 28, 2018 | Anxiety, Emotions, Self-care, Stress Management
Bitch. A word that hits women to the core. It is a true insult and one that many avoid. In my college public speaking course, the class was challenged to provide a five minute speech in front of the class on the first day. After each student took their turn, the...
