Although it may sound funny at first, WOOP is an acronym for Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, Plan. Clever, right? Developed by Dr. Gabriele Oettingen—a professor and researcher who spent 20 years studying the science behind goal setting and positive thinking—this mental practice is an optimal way to help motivate us to attain our various life goals.

Summer is my very favorite season. Everything feels lighter for me in the summer. I feel at ease and I have a lot of fun. In light of being in full summer mode now, let’s take some time for reflection on having fun and enjoying the beautiful, long summer days.

We often take the bonds we have with others for granted, yet they are such an integral part of our mental and emotional wellbeing.

I for one am so grateful to have gotten my kids through the school year! This was no easy task with homeschooling and working and running my business. In light of this success I wanted to take this month to spend some time reflecting on what we are grateful for.

High-functioning anxiety shows up for people in overdoing, overthinking, and overperforming. Recognizing that you suffer from high functioning anxiety is tricky because often times it feels productive or even beneficial. On the surface, you may come off as organized, high-achieving, proactive, and outgoing but you may be suffering in silence.

I view the month of Mayl as a time of revival and rebirth. The weather is starting to change, and it makes me feel hopeful for the future. It shows me that nothing lasts forever, so I have to keep working towards my goals.

So, it’s my birthday month and I LOVE my birthday. I feel like birthdays are so great for really reflecting on your accomplishments for the past year.

In the midst of a pandemic, regardless of whether you’re a mom or not, this is the perfect time to learn about a simple, everyday practice that can help alleviate your stress and anxiety.

Journaling helps to offer insight into our daily lives when we are amidst the daily hustle and bustle and don’t always have time to reflect in the moment.

Where are you on the wheel of life? When you map out your life visually, you can more accurately identify opportunities for self-improvement.

There is no better time to return to our safe space of journaling than the beginning of the year.

Let’s start 2021 with some self-care and love!

Instead of dwelling on what we can’t control, how do we re-focus and re-orient our New Year’s goals?

5 ways to manage stress during the holiday season. If you feel your stress and anxiety spinning out of control, below are some practical tips to combat these negative thoughts and feelings so you can enjoy your well-deserved holiday break.

After a certain point though, stress stops being helpful and starts causing damage to your health, mood, productivity, relationships, and quality of life.  This is why it’s important to monitor and manage your stress appropriately.

4-Steps to Feeling Gratitude and Greater Happiness

No matter how balanced you may be, no one is immune to stress and worry.

A woman with a voice is by definition a strong woman. How to tune in and find your inner voice.

Journal Prompts to Relieve Stress + Anxiety

Still working from home this summer? Here are more tips for getting through the summer months at home with a full house!