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Living with Intention

Living with Intention

by Laila Narsi | Feb 12, 2023 | Mental Health, Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, Stress

Living with intention allows us to experience more joy, purpose, and meaning in our lives. To live with intention is to align our behaviors with our values. When our actions and values are not in alignment, we may experience dissatisfaction, discomfort, and unease. A...
Mental Wellness & Peace of Mind During the Holidays

Mental Wellness & Peace of Mind During the Holidays

by Laila Narsi | Dec 11, 2021 | Mental Health, Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, Sleep, Stress

The holiday season during this time of the year can bring moments of joy and celebration whether you are celebrating Christmas, Khushyali, Chanukah, Diwali, Yule, Kwanzaa, New Year’s, being alive, or anything else. However, it can also be a time of stress and...
Finding and Honoring My Authentic Self

Finding and Honoring My Authentic Self

by Laila Narsi | Sep 19, 2021 | Gratitude, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Psychology, Resilience, Self-Compassion

Today, September 19, 2021, is my 50th birthday. A day that I pause each year to celebrate my life in a way that speaks to me, that speaks to my authentic self. Growing up as an immigrant in three countries, I truly appreciated the blessing of a meal and the value of a...
Protect Yourself from Burnout

Protect Yourself from Burnout

by Laila Narsi | Aug 28, 2021 | Mental Health, Mindfulness, Resilience, Stress

We all feel overwhelmed from time to time, but during the pandemic we’ve seen a radical increase in burnout. Let’s talk about what burnout is, why it’s happening more frequently, and how we can protect ourselves from it. What is burnout? Burnout is a...
It’s OK Not to Be OK: Putting Mental Health First

It’s OK Not to Be OK: Putting Mental Health First

by Laila Narsi | Aug 6, 2021 | Fierce Self-Compassion, Mental Health, Self-Compassion, Stress

Simone Biles’ decision to put her mental health first and withdraw from Olympic competition has sparked a crucial conversation. It takes incredible strength and courage to have the entire world watching and expecting you to make a flawless reach for yet another...
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