Mindfulness is great. Mostly. But being aware of your thoughts can be downright painful, especially when they’re full of self-judgement. Self-compassion can help.
Tag Archives: mindfulness
The Power of Place for Emotional Regulation
How I’m using place as a way to regulate my nervous system. Plus book recommendations, including two novels with a strong sense of place and poems that will make you feel calm and connected.
Happiness Is An Inside Job — And An Outside One Â
What I learned from my new Google knowledge panel (It’s not what you think). Plus three great books to read right now — including one of the best ones I’ve read all year.
37 Reminders
Emotional wellness advice I need to hear on my 37th birthday. Maybe it’ll help you too?
On The Stairs
Insights on mindfulness and compassion inspired by my toddler and a tube of chapstick.
How I’m Adapting A Concept From Exposure Therapy To Help Me Set Boundaries At Work
The exposure therapy hack that’s helping me set professional boundaries, plus two new product reviews from me, and three books I recommend.
2022 in Review
How do you measure success in a year?
Advice For When Life Feels Like It’s Falling Apart
This fall, I experienced unexpected health problems. I have a message for anyone who, like me, finds themselves the owner of a frightening body and a frantic brain.
Unprogramming Precrastination
How I’m dealing with my anxious need to finish work right away.
Bye-Bye Bucket List — Hello Throughline!
Bucket lists are trending…and overwhelming. There’s a better way to summer.