The holidays bring a wide range of feelings, many of which are positive. Yet, for many of us, this season can bring up emotional fatigue, social burnout, and guilt. Between family obligations, travel, work parties, and in many cases, unrealistic expectations to stay cheerful, our emotional energy can quickly drain. Emotional exhaustion is what happens […]
There’s a new kind of honesty circulating online – and it’s coming from adult women. With humor, authenticity, and relatability, Melani Sanders, a 45-year-old mother of three, created the “We Do Not Care Club.” She created the club to support women going through perimenopause and menopause. She says, “we are putting the world on notice […]
The transition to the empty nest phase, when children leave home for college, careers, or independent living, is one of the most profound life changes many parents face. While this stage can bring excitement and pride, it also often stirs up complex emotions such as grief, loneliness, loss of identity, and anxiety about the future. […]
From the outside, high achievers can look like they have it all together. They earn promotions, ace exams, expertly juggle projects, and rarely let anything fall through the cracks. Their calendars are color-coded, their LinkedIn profiles shine, and they are seen as successful, driven, and accomplished. That said, many overachievers carry a quiet heaviness beneath […]
Summer is often portrayed as a season of relaxation and fun filled with long sunny days, vacations, outdoor barbecues, and time with friends. Yet, for many people, the summer heat doesn’t always feel uplifting. In fact, extreme heat can bring unexpected mood shifts, irritability, and even heightened anxiety. If you’ve ever felt more on edge […]
Let’s face it: most of us are often really distracted these days. Even those with a regular meditation practice can find themselves caught up in urgent needs, interruptions, and noise. Perhaps that’s why it can be so hard to be present from moment to moment, and particularly, in our closest relationships. However, the capacity to […]