I still get anxious before I talk to someone. It’s a little twinge of hesitation and fear, but I’ve had a lot of practice by now. I still always go through the question in my head a few times, making sure it’ll come out of my mouth the same way it was originally intended.
Category Archives: Healthy Lifestyle
Doing nothing
I was always praised for working hard. Of course! Duh! If you grew up in American or Polish (or hybrid) culture like I did, you most likely won’t even think twice about equating hard work with personal value. So let’s break this down for a second.
Why we’re looking at strangers all wrong
Put simply, the FAE is a tendency that we overestimate how much someone’s personal attributes are influencing their actions, and we underestimate how much that someone’s situation is influencing their actions. Sorry to break it to you, fellow earthlings, but humans make a lot of mistakes that we are not always aware of.
Having healthy boundaries with family and friends
Lifelong relationships can be beautiful in their evolution and growth, especially when you have so many memories that you share. They can also be extra challenging. Let’s face it, who pushes your buttons better than Grandpa when he asks you when you’re going to have babies?
How to nurture your relationship with your partner
Just like any plant, a romantic relationship will wither without the proper nourishment and care. Yes, I know I sound dramatic, but it’s true. Read on for several ways to nurture your love fern and not let it die
How to have a positive relationship with your Self
There is a lot of social pressure to be and act a certain way, and when we follow these expectations, we can lose our Selves and end up acting pretty horribly to our Selves. Remember OAR (…
Rest is not optional
I used to feel guilty for doing nothing. Have you ever felt the same way?
Why is physical activity important anyway?
Regular exercise decreases your risk of developing dis-ease and illness. What does “regular” mean? Aim for 30 minutes every day. What does a balanced week of exercise look like? Here’s an example of what a moderate workout plan for a busy parent might look like.
What does healthy exercise look like?
During January, many of us resolve to incorporate more physical activity into our lives. This is great! But how do we navigate the complex world of exercise? Let’s break it down into the three major categories of physical activity: cardio, strength training, and flexibility.
Healing your crown chakra
Your spiritual health is reflected in your crown chakra. This chakra can be blocked, but the good news is that you have the power to unblock it! Let’s go over some signs that your crown chakra needs some extra love.
