Think through your week and put a plan together. By thinking about it now, you can give yourself time and space to make sure you are including activities that bring you joy and peace. Consider starting this weekend by doing things you love. Fill your cup with joyful [...]
Wellbeing Collective was started to create a safe space for people to share ideas, challenges, and successes for their own wellbeing journey. We are in a time with so much research and knowledge around wellbeing. Now is the time to put what we've learned into action! And now we can learn from one [...]
I love a road trip, and I love a podcast on that road trip. I've compiled a list of some of my favorites, along with those recommended to me. The list will continue to grow as I continue my journey. Please feel free to send some of your favorites and I'll add them. [...]
Their is so much incredible research out on well-being, mental health, positive psychology, etc. I have compiled research that I've read or has been recommended to me, but don't let it be the only thing you read. I encourage you to dive deeper and see what resonates with you. This list will constantly grow and [...]
I would say I started my well-being journey 15 years ago. At the time I was having severe migraines, like for weeks at a time. I tried medication, but the side effects weren't something I could live with. When I suggested a holistic approach to my physician, she responded with "are you really willing to do the [...]
Welcome to the scariest thing I've ever done...embracing vulnerability. I coach people on it all of the time. I cheer them on. Jokes on me, now that it's my turn. But here are some things I believe when I encourage you to Catching Yourself Smiling. You will never smile, find joy, and have perfect well-being all of [...]
Resources: Moving Your Body Is Like a Tune-Up for Your Mind - Kira M. Newman,_ Greater Good Magazine_ (February 22, 2022) Physical Activity Is Good for the Mind and the Body - health.gov (December 15, 2021) 5 Benefits of Moving Your Body Every Day - Brittany Wright, _Chopra (_November 15, 2018) [...]
Resources: The Power of Pets: Health Benefits of Human-Animal Interactions - NIH News in Health The Friend Who Keeps You Young - Johns Hopkins Medicine Benefits of Owning A Dog - American Humane (October 12, 2018)
Resources: Spring Cleaning: 5 Health Benefits to Decluttering Your Life - Mather Hospital Northwell Health The Mental Benefits of Decluttering - Ashley Beckwith and Emma Parkhurts, Utah State University (July 1, 2022) The Connection Between Decluttering, Cleaning, and Mental Health - Sheri Gordon, verywellmind.com (April 3, 2023)
Resources: Articles 10 benefits of helping others - University College London - April 28, 2020 Helping people, changing lives: 3 health benefits of volunteering - Mayo Clinic Health System (August 1, 2023) How Helping Others Can Improve Your Mental Health - Dorchester Habitat for Humanity (Mar 1, 2022) Helping Others: Definition, [...]
