Breaking Free from Emotional Whirlwinds

Our emotions may get the best of us. When we get carried away by every little emotion tugging on our sleeve and the storylines associated with them, we lose sight of the intentions that allow us to respond calmly and confidently to situations, and to maintain our center. We may lash out at others, overindulge in food and […]

Keep Your Mind Active

We all know staying active is good for us, but how good is it? Bestselling author and psychiatrist, Dr. John J. Ratey explains just that in his book, Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain. The book is jam-packed with research studies and science explanations for what makes physical activity vital to healthy […]

Surviving Creative Blocks

Eric Maisel’s book Coaching the Artist Within, catapulted me out of my creativity rut. Days after reading his book, I found myself spending more time on my writing and being gentler with myself during the creative process. These tips helped me break through my resistance, disorganization, and self-defeating paralysis. I hope you find these pointers […]