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Melissa Sims
May 24, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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...


Melissa Sims
Feb 15, 2024
Let Go of the"Right Way"
After attending the recent peer to peer, which I hope you had the privilege of enjoying, I had my a-ha moment for this week’s blog. The...

Melissa Sims
Feb 1, 2024
We Only Fear That Which We Don’t Understand
The Rapid Evolution of Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved from a mere concept in science fiction to a...

Melissa Sims
Jan 18, 2024
Unblocking the Power of Creativity
Creativity is not just about artistic expression; it is a powerful tool for mental agility, problem-solving, and emotional balance. As I...

Melissa Sims
Jan 5, 2024
Embracing Your Emotional Landscape
Emotions often take the backseat in our fast-paced lives, but understanding and accepting our feelings is crucial for our mental...

Melissa Sims
Dec 21, 2023
Leaving My Pity Party
In the whirlwind of life's challenges, big and small, it's easy to find yourself trapped in the quicksand of self-pity and negativity....

Melissa Sims
Dec 7, 2023
Staying Connected with our Sense of Self
I don’t have to tell you how fast life seems to be moving these days. This time of year, especially, brings on a LOT: fun, stress,...


Melissa Sims
Nov 23, 2023
The Gratitude in Giving
This time of year we all tend to get that little reminder of what the holidays are all about - family, friends, togetherness - and of...


Melissa Sims
Nov 10, 2023
Staying Motivated in Challenging Times: A Guide for Home Visitors
In what seems like “the new norm,” our human experience is currently marked by economic uncertainties, global conflicts, equality issues,...


Melissa Sims
Oct 26, 2023
When Emotions Run the Show
Sometimes, despite our best efforts, our emotions take over completely; and it can be difficult to find our way out of it. Don’t worry -...

Melissa Sims
Oct 12, 2023
Circle of Influence
It seems like the world is in chaos lately, and it feels hard to find the light with so much darkness. It is easy to become distracted,...


Teresa McKee
Sep 28, 2023
Getting Ahead of the Resolution Rabbit-Hole
As we head into the holiday season (yes, it’s here!), taking a more proactive approach can make your new year transition so much...

Melissa Sims
Sep 15, 2023
Could Your Inner Voice Be Holding You Back?
That little voice in our heads, if left unchecked can prevent us from trying new things, cause social anxiety, lower our self-esteem and...


Melissa Sims
Aug 31, 2023
Empathy vs. Compassion and Why We Need Both
When I first began teaching yoga, I learned very quickly that it could be emotionally draining. Students would come to me after class and...
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