If you’re like me and want to find easy ways to stay healthy, then you should consider going on walks. It is a low impact way to get some exercise in and a great way to relieve some stress. There are so many benefits to going on daily walks, here are some of my favorites:Continue reading “Benefits of Walking”
Category Archives: Self Improvement
Mental Health Resources
There are many resources for people who are struggling with their mental health. Besides talking to family or friends, there are other people you can reach out to! One option is therapy. Accessibility to therapists is increasing by allowing in person, over the phone, and video call appointments for patients. Many insurance plans will workContinue reading “Mental Health Resources”
Health Benefits of Owning a Pet
Most people love pets and who can blame them? Animals are the sweetest things ever, especially dogs! I rescued a puppy last year in February and having a dog has really improved my overall health! Here is how I have benefited from having a dog: Mental health: My anxiety was getting pretty bad and IContinue reading “Health Benefits of Owning a Pet”
How to be More Productive
Make a reasonable to-do list: Don’t overwhelm yourself with creating a to-do list that is too complex. I typically add most agenda items, even if they are smaller, because this gives me a sense of accomplishment when I can cross it off my list. After gaining that sense of accomplishment, it motivates me to doContinue reading “How to be More Productive”
Ho’oponopono
I was recently taught what Ho’oponopono is and this is helping me find closure with feelings I needed to acknowledge. Ho’oponopono is an ancient Hawaiian practice that uses love, forgiveness, repentance, and gratitude. To practice this, you will use four phrases when reflecting to yourself. They are: I’m sorry. Please forgive me. I thank you.Continue reading “Ho’oponopono”
Acknowledging Past Emotions
I have been wanting to find ways to process my emotions better lately, not only for myself but for my relationships as well. I heard a phrase the other day that really hit home. That phrase was, “There’s a part of you that has been so hurt that it forces itself to be seen. ItContinue reading “Acknowledging Past Emotions”
Self-Care Sunday
I fully believe that everyone should take time to themselves to help improve their relationships with not only themselves but with others as well! I like to take Sundays to myself. This doesn’t always mean I get the whole day but I take what I can get! A few things I do for myself onContinue reading “Self-Care Sunday”
Habits to Cut From Your Life and How to Improve Them
Not getting enough sleep– Prioritize yourself enough to make sure you are getting the right amount of sleep for your body. Studies have shown that different people need different amounts of sleep to be fully functional the next day. For me, I realized I need at least 9 hours of sleep to feel my bestContinue reading “Habits to Cut From Your Life and How to Improve Them”
What the State of Your Room Says About the State of Your mind
Recent studies have shown that people who described their rooms as messy had more mental health issues, such as depression and stress, compared to people who described their rooms as clean and organized. The studies also say that taking care of yourself and taking care of your room go hand in hand. If your thingsContinue reading “What the State of Your Room Says About the State of Your mind”
How to Get Through Hump Day:
Other than Mondays, Wednesdays can seem like the longest day of the week. We are tired from Monday and Tuesday but the weekend still seems so far away! It is hard getting over the hump of the week. Here are a few ways I like to make Wednesdays a little better for myself: Sleep– OnContinue reading “How to Get Through Hump Day:”