There is no mistaking that the current COVID-19 pandemic touches us all. There are new or heightened worries about one’s health, loved ones, and stability. Some are experiencing loss and grief. Also, there are missed experiences and a general stir craziness many individuals and families feel. I’ve heard friends describe it as feeling like theContinue reading “Unconditional Self-Friendship During a Pandemic: 4 Tips to Being with Yourself”
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Breathe
With your feet flat on the floor, back straight, and in a comfortable sitting position, take 10 deep breaths. Breathe in through your nose and slowly exhale through your mouth. Relax your shoulders as you do this. Close your eyes if you’d like. Notice what it feels like to take each breath, letting your lungsContinue reading “Breathe”
Three Keys to Listening Well
Listening is loving. It is food for the soul and nourishment for relationships. Being heard and understood deeply has a powerful effect, enabling us to feel safe, cared for, loved, and empowered. However, listening well can be difficult. This is becoming even more of a challenge in today’s society where a million distractions lay atContinue reading “Three Keys to Listening Well”
Lydia Minear LPC 