Category: Better Life

It’s normal to feel nervous in certain social situations.  For example, most people will experience a little bit of anxiety when giving a presentation, networking at conferences, going on a date or interview, and attending a wedding when they don’t know anyone.  But when someone is struggling with social anxiety, they often feel anxious in […]

News reports sometimes fill with negative reports about human behavior. Parents wonder how to teach their children to behave pleasantly in such a world. Other people fear going outdoors at great personal risk. Too few people are willing to get over grudges or even to pin the blame only on the responsible parties. Angry people […]

Have you ever wondered why you feel so refreshed and clear-minded after spending some time outdoors? Turns out, being immersed in nature can positively affect the human body and mind. Spending time in nature doesn’t have to mean hour-long hikes or a whole day at the beach; I find that a quick walk in the […]

Aside from the normal hustle and bustle of everyday life and the endless list of responsibilities that consume most of our day, many of us have been faced with heightened stress and anxiety this year. We’ve experienced a global pandemic that is still impacting us daily, severe economic pressures, and are now approaching a presidential […]

Self-compassion is integral to a good self-care routine. Many people are aware of the importance of showing compassion to others; however, it is often overlooked when it comes to the self. Elements of compassion include forgiveness, kindness, understanding, and mindfulness. Self-compassion involves understanding that you are just a human and make mistakes; it means forgiving […]

It wasn’t until very recently that I realized if I wanted to be confident in my own skin, I was going to need to do some serious inner work. I began to read self-help books and listen to podcasts about stepping into your purpose, and I realized that answer to my lack of self-confidence had […]

Have you ever found waking up in the morning a chore? Like there was a feeling of sluggishness that prevented you from getting out of bed, or that was preventing you from feeling productive that morning. Well, that is called morning fatigue, and a lot of us are plagued by it, and there are a […]

While it has long been understood that there is something captivating about spending time in nature, most of us can relate to the feeling that we experience after a long walk in the forest, a day at the beach, or an afternoon skiing. We enjoy the benefits of being outdoors without completely understanding the play’s […]