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Befriending Shame

Befriending Shame

by Laila Narsi | Feb 22, 2024 | Fierce Self-Compassion, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, Trauma

Shame negatively affects our mental and physical health and disconnects us from others. It puts us at risk for anxiety, depression, and addiction, and can prevent us from being present and joyful in our lives. It causes us to be hyper-aware of our negative inner...
Feeling SAD: Understanding and Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder

Feeling SAD: Understanding and Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder

by Laila Narsi | Dec 12, 2023 | Mental Health, Mindfulness, Stress

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, many people eagerly anticipate the arrival of winter, with its cozy nights and festive celebrations. However, for some individuals, the changing seasons bring more than just holiday cheer—they can also trigger a...
Kintsugi: Finding Our Inner Gold

Kintsugi: Finding Our Inner Gold

by Laila Narsi | Oct 24, 2023 | Gratitude, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Self-Compassion

In a world that often celebrates perfection and seamless beauty, the Japanese art of kintsugi teaches us to embrace our flaws and transform them into something remarkable. Kintsugi, or the “golden joinery,” is a traditional Japanese method of repairing broken pottery...
Cultivating Equanimity

Cultivating Equanimity

by Laila Narsi | Aug 15, 2023 | Mental Health, Mindfulness, Resilience, Self-Compassion, Stress

In a fast-paced world with many moving pieces, we may struggle to find peace and balance. This is especially true when we care deeply about and are strongly impacted by the people and events in our lives. How can we prevent burnout and hold healthy boundaries without...
The Power of Forgiveness

The Power of Forgiveness

by Laila Narsi | Jun 8, 2023 | Communication, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Relationships, Resilience, Self-Compassion

What is Forgiveness? Forgiveness is widely considered a moral virtue or social etiquette. But what is forgiveness, exactly? Anglican bishop and human rights activist Desmond Tutu described it as “a path to healing.” Psychologist and meditation teacher Tara...
Blossoming into Spring

Blossoming into Spring

by Sofia Aziz | Mar 7, 2023 | Adventure, Mindfulness, Resilience, Self-Compassion

As winter comes to a close, and the beginning of spring approaches, we can look at the changing seasons as a way to check in with ourselves. I’ve always found the transition between seasons to be more gradual and forgiving than the New Year. Instead of writing a list...
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