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Nurturing Our Wellbeing by Loving Our Vagus Nerve
Our physical and mental health are deeply intertwined with the functioning of our nervous system. At the core of this intricate system lies the vagus nerve, a vital pathway that connects our brain to various organs throughout our body. The vagus nerve plays a pivotal...
Seasonal Affective Disorder and Ways to Prevent It
As summer comes to an end, it's essential to prepare for the upcoming months and the possibility of experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of depression that affects many people during the winter months. The symptoms of SAD can vary from person...
Being On: How Being Busy is Detrimental to Our Health and Well-Being
In today's fast-paced world, being busy is often seen as a badge of honor. We are constantly connected, always on, and expected to be available at all times. The mindset of being on and constantly busy can lead to anxiety, stress, fatigue, and decreased self-esteem....
Change and Transformation
How long does it take you to identify what has changed between these two images? I took these pics in my backyard as I am always amazed by this one tree that literally will have its buds closed in the morning and by the late afternoon can be blooming flowers. Change...
Leadership Bullying and Imposture Syndrome: Understanding the Complexities
Bullying in the workplace is a problem that can affect anyone within any level of the organization, it is particularly complex when it comes to leadership. Leaders are expected to be strong, confident, and decisive, but when these traits become abusive and...
Tips for Executives and Front-Line Workers to Prevent or Manage Burnout
Burnout. We often hear about it happening to high-profile CEOs or certain professions. Less attention gets placed on the burnout everyday people can feel. As an Executive leader or blue-collar worker start off by acknowledging that we are all at risk for burn-out and...
Entrepreneur Next Steps Following a Business Closure
Please let me introduce you to Carla Lopez an individual who retired a couple of years ago, but she didn’t lose her entrepreneurial spirit. She created Boomer Biz for retirees like herself who still have a desire to work and achieve. The site is a resource for people...
My Guilt During These Unusual Times
June I am releasing two blogs as I have been neglecting this aspect of sharing with all of you over the last few months, so I doubled-Up this month. Thank you for your understanding. Thankfully by keeping up with my own self-care practice I have been able to alter...
Is Burn-Out Part of The “New Norm”?
Burnout. We often hear about it happening to high-profile CEOs and athletes. Less attention gets placed on the burnout everyday people can feel. The easiest way to summarize the burnout many of us feel is by its cause: prolonged and excessive stress. In a world of...