Don’t diet, stop counting calories, giving into diet myths and destructive eating patterns that take a toll on your mental health. Everyday, I talk to clients who struggle with unhealthy relationships with their bodies, food and exercise. We can combat diet culture and develop a healthy relationship with food when we get real about how [...]
Bad days suck but they don’t have ruin your entire day or week. When we purposely acknowledge the negative and make a choice to do something to create more positive energy we can keep bad moments from becoming bad days. Whether it’s one thing that just makes you feel angry or annoyed, or events that keep [...]
This morning was rough guys. This time change has made it hard for me to fall asleep and get up in the morning. If you’re like me, the time change can wreak havoc on your mood, sleep cycle and overall well-being. The clocks changed Sunday at 2 am, which means we gained an hour of sleep (woohoo!) but [...]
I don’t always communicate with confidence. If I’m tired, annoyed or anxious about something I may slip into some old, and frankly unproductive ways of expressing myself. I have trained myself to become more skillful and assertive, meaning I try to think about all sides of the situation before I say a word or pause before I [...]
Millennials sometimes get a bad rep. They’re often referred to as the selfish and lazy generation. But studies show it’s the most open-minded, inspired and creative generation to date. Millennials want to work together, want to change the world and lead by example. These five amazing women are shaping and changing the world all before turning thirty. [...]
Is your daughter depressed? According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in 2011, 1.4 million girls ages 12-17 in the United States experienced an episode of depression. This number has increased in recent months. Fewer than half of adolescents with a mental health problem receive treatment. Parents often confuse depression in girls [...]
When I was a student, back-to-school shopping was my favorite thing ever. Not necessarily the clothes but the school supplies, the smell of new books and brand new notepads, plus it always felt like a fresh start, it still does. The back-to-school season is in full swing, whether you're a student, parent or adult like me, [...]
You are too hard on yourself and so am I. Well, I used to be. We are taught to beat ourselves up in the attempt to make us stronger and succeed. But in reality it never works. When you learn to stop being so hard on yourself, you gain confidence and control, and feel happier. [...]
Some of your habits may be harming your self-esteem. These conditioned behaviors, from checking Instagram before you brush your teeth in the morning to ignoring another call from your mother, can be harming your self-esteem big time. When you become aware of these habits you are more likely to change them and your self-esteem will [...]
Who doesn’t love a girl power playlist? Whether you’re jamming at home, having a dance party with friends or driving cross-country, these songs will definitely set the mood for feeling independent, powerful, and motivated. […]
