Did you know colors evoke certain emotions? Have you noticed when you feel gloomy if you wear something brighter, you’ll feel a bit better and lights up your mood? “He saw red.” “I’m feeling blue.” “She was green with envy.” How often have you heard these expressions? They’re actually fairly common. And they’re a good illustration … Read more
Planning on getting married? Congratulations! This is one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life. From the moment you say “Yes” you begin creating a string of excitement and energy around yourself and those around you. Weddings bring with them good stress and bad stress. You can be excited to commit yourself to … Read more
In case you haven’t heard (you know, because of all the stress in your life) — April is National Stress Awareness Month. It’s wonderful to have family and friends supporting us, but often those people can be sources of stress themselves. Unexpected stresses like a loss of job, a loved one’s death, or health problems … Read more
Nervous habits like nail biting or hair pulling–why do we do these things to our bodies? Is it out of fear? Boredom? Stress? Skin picking, hair pulling, and nail-biting are labeled as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders. Nail biters often keep their hands hidden behind their backs. They often feel social embarrassment and experience out-of-control feelings at times. … Read more
Just this week, one of my clients and I were discussing “Time Out.” What do the words “time out” remind you of? Parents telling kids to stay put? Punishment? If “time out” makes you think of something negative, allow me to explain how you can put a positive spin on it. Most women feel overwhelmed with … Read more
Greetings, With Mother’s Day approaching this Sunday, it’s a good reminder for us to reflect on our connections with the “Inner-Core” or “Inner-Self.” Do you feel nourished and nurtured? Are you allowing yourself time to receive the nurturing and inner guidance that you were born with? Every human being is born with an intuitive sense of self-awareness. If … Read more
Have you ever noticed what happens when you move? Any movement-moving your neck from side to side; arms go up and down; fingers open and close; hips rotate; legs go back and forth; knees bend, toes curl, eyes blink and mouth opens and shuts. You may be wondering how moving your body can help with your self-confidence? Read on! Self-confidence and self-esteem parallel … Read more
