We can be extremely hard on ourselves! Our tendency towards being chronically self-critical has been called the “trance of unworthiness.” In Tara Brach’s, Ph.D., article, “Awakening From the Trance of Unworthiness,” she argues that this is not just a personal experience but a societal epidemic of feeling unworthy and deficient. At an early age we […]
New Year and a Better You!
With a new year upon us, the buzz of new year’s resolutions and the latest diet trends can be hard to escape. When you’re thinking about your health and the new year, consider these tips for a better 2019 version of you! Eat for health. Cleanse your pallet and spice up your routine with […]
Compassion and the benefits
We often have a hard time relating compassionately to ourselves and others. Addressing what gets in the way of compassion can be the first step of self-care. Research overwhelmingly shows that practicing compassion is good for our physical and mental health and overall well-being. A life rich in compassion and altruism is shown to bring […]
