The Life-Changing Power of Daily Gratitude
Fun Fact: Thanksgiving wasn’t even a national holiday until Abraham Lincoln signed a bill in 1863, after Sarah Hale, author of “Mary Had...
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Melissa Sims
Nov 8
Our Only True Anchor
Life is a series of moments, each unique, each fleeting. Yet, it is often our nature to dwell on the past or worry about the future,...
Melissa Sims
Oct 25
A Big Case of the What If-s
I have a big case of the “What If-s” right now. October is my absolute favorite month of the year. I love Halloween, I love fall (where...
Melissa Sims
Oct 11
Embracing Minimalism for Mental Focus and Clarity
Last weekend, I decided to climb up into the dusty attic to take stock of my holiday decorations. It’s Halloween time and while this is...
Melissa Sims
Sep 27
Mental Gut-Check
The gut-brain axis is the communication network that connects the gut and the brain. It plays a key role in determining mental health.
Melissa Sims
Sep 13
What Comes First?
Happiness? Or Success? It seems we may have been led to believe that with success comes happiness. But I believe we may have gotten it...
Melissa Sims
Aug 30
We're All Addicted.
I looked at my iPhone “family settings” this week to change the amount of time I was allowing my son to be on his phone and was shocked....
Melissa Sims
Aug 16
Our Past Shapes our Present
As we journey through life, we carry with us the experiences that have shaped us, molded our perceptions, and influenced our behaviors....
Melissa Sims
Aug 2
Our Incredible Capability
I am not sure if you are enjoying the Olympics at all, but I have been beyond impressed with the athletes from every country. And what a...
Melissa Sims
Jul 19
Embracing Mindful Inquiry
Mindful inquiry offers a powerful approach to understanding and managing intrusive thoughts. This practice involves observing our thoughts..
Melissa Sims
Jul 5
Focusing on the Positive
It’s been an interesting few weeks here in the United States. As we celebrate our nation’s independence, there are some very stark...
Melissa Sims
Jun 20
Improve Your Relationship (with money)
It seems that every time I turn on the tv, there’s another story about the economy. Inflation, rates, how the economy is doing...
Melissa Sims
Jun 7
A Little Mindfulness Can Go A Long Way
Recently, my husband and I were on a boat just off the coast of Southern California. It was a gorgeous day and I was basking in the sun,...
Melissa Sims
May 24
Building Meaningful Relationships: A Key to Impactful Home Visiting
Meaningful relationships are at the heart of successful home visiting. These connections allow you to understand the unique needs and
Melissa Sims
May 10
Can We Just Talk About It?
While I touched on Mental Health Awareness month last week for our leaders, I feel that it is such an important topic that I would also...
Melissa Sims
Apr 26
What's Going Well: Earth Day 2024
Earth Day is a powerful testament to what can be achieved when humanity bands together for a common cause.
Melissa Sims
Apr 12
What the Solar Eclipse Teaches Us About Humanity
Awe-inspiring events serve as powerful reminders of our shared humanity, the wonders of the natural and technological world, and the...
Melissa Sims
Mar 31
Yes, but WHY?
When’s the last time you had a conversation with someone about politics? Religion? Diversity? Been a minute, hasn’t it? It seems that we...
Melissa Sims
Mar 14
Redefining Success in a World Obsessed with External Validation
You’ve likely heard us talk about AI recently, and for good reason. It is everywhere suddenly - well, not suddenly but more obvious now....
Melissa Sims
Mar 1
When You Feel Like Nothing Around You Can Change, Remember YOU Can.
On our latest podcast episode, Teresa and I had a lengthy discussion about incorporating - you guessed it - mindfulness into our eating...
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