Video – Self Compassion
Self-compassion is a key element in mental well being. Please watch the video for more information! Here is the link to Dr. Kristen Neff's website on self-compassion: http://self-compassion.org/
Inspire Me Today
My post is a little later than usual this week in order to coincide with my story/words being published on the Inspire Me Today website! I invite you to read my inspiration on InspireMeToday.com and browse through the wisdom of more than 1000 other Inspirational Luminaries. In the words of the site itself: As members of the human race, we all have one thing in common, and that is the desire to better our situation and improve our lives. For many, it's far too easy to…
Beauty
I came across this brief article recently that discusses the importance of beauty as an essential human experience. Why Beauty Matters I find that the essential aspect of beauty is often heightened in the midst of health challenges. When we are trying to cope with unpleasant symptoms or an uncertain future, beauty is a gift that simultaneously brings us into the present while also offering a reprieve. Being exposed to acts or objects of beauty (whatever that means to you) is calming and nurturing. For some, this might mean a beautiful…
Recommended Reading – Light Reading
In keeping with the August theme of vacation and relaxation, my recommended reading for this month is to take time for something light and non-work, non-health related. Pick something easy that is already on your bookshelf and you have been "meaning to" get to for awhile! This is an opportunity to take a break from the heavier tomes of the rest of the year and allow yourself to enjoy the ones you keep putting off because you have "more important" things to read. Taking time to read something purely…
Self-help recommendations from Raptitude
I often feed my connection to mindfulness through the reading and surfing I do online. One site I recently visited is Raptitude. In particular, I enjoyed this post (click on the text below): Five self-help books that actually helped David provides his own insight as to why these selections resonate with him and I agree with the recommendations he makes. They are generally approachable titles that make realistic claims and offer thoughtful and widely-applicable wisdom. Please let me know if you have any favourites (or if…
Recommended Reading – Tinnitus Treatment Toolbox
As part of my counselling practice, I am now seeing clients who are dealing with tinnitus. This is another condition that is often associated with unrecognized emotional consequences. Many sufferers are told to just "learn to live with it." However, there are effective ways to cope with the distress. Jan L. Mayes is an audiologist who has tinnitus. Her book, the Tinnitus Treatment Toolbox, is an excellent resource for people with tinnitus and their loved ones. She describes treatment options available and includes case studies that…