by Sofia Aziz | Sep 17, 2023 | Boundaries, Mental Health, Psychology, Resilience, Stress
Because we live in a world that is so incredibly busy and stressful, it can be easy to forget or simply not have time to take care of ourselves. In our attempt to stay on top of work and other responsibilities, we let our own happiness and well-being slide. When this...
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...
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...
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...
by Laila Narsi | Nov 12, 2022 | Mental Health, Psychology, Resilience
Shame is one of the most uncomfortable feelings we can experience as humans. Shame makes us feel simultaneously too small and too big – we feel unworthy and insignificant, but also exposed and wishing we could disappear. In order to overcome shame, we must first...
by Laila Narsi | Apr 5, 2022 | Resilience, Stress, Trauma
On March 26, 2022, I had the great fortune to virtually sit and chat with Ukraine-born Psychotherapist, author, TEDx speaker, and self-proclaimed geek, Dr. Janina Scarlet. Janina is a refugee who survived Chernobyl radiation and persecution before immigrating to the...
