The symbolism of Easter belongs to all, regardless of specific religious beliefs. Death and resurrection, or the life, death, life cycle, takes its cue from nature. The change of the seasons in spring aptly coincides with the Christian celebration of Easter in many parts of the world. As we watch…
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Resentment and self-pity are two feeling states that we have all experienced at one time or another. While they are uncomfortable, and often unproductive, with awareness and attention they can be tools for greater self-awareness and improved mental health. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EMOTIONS It is helpful to first understand the…
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The media keeps us well-versed on the subjects of health and wellness. However, less is written on how women over fifty can manage their mental health. And yet, our mental health plays a key role in how much we enjoy life. Perhaps we focus on our physical health because it’s…
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When we are able to create a level of comfort in our day-to-day lives, we are in a much better place to cope with the unexpected. This is especially true the older we get when resilience makes a difference in how we bounce back physically and emotionally. The uncertainties of…
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A false belief, or thinking something is true when it is not, can keep us frustrated, stuck and struggling to move forward. This can happen with small misconceptions, or with major areas of our lives. A couple of weeks ago, I bought a new mattress from Costco. My husband can…
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Making choices and setting limits are two invaluable tools for mental health and self-discovery. This is especially true at midlife and during times of transition and change. Our choices define who we are and saying yes to what we want and no to what we don’t want tells others who…
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