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 | 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...
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...
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...
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...
