The Life-Changing Power of Daily Gratitude
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Melissa Sims
Nov 84 min read
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 254 min read
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 116 min read
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 277 min read
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 135 min read
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 306 min read
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 166 min read
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 25 min read
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 194 min read
Embracing Mindful Inquiry
Mindful inquiry offers a powerful approach to understanding and managing intrusive thoughts. This practice involves observing our thoughts..
Melissa Sims
Jul 55 min read
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 205 min read
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 76 min read
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 245 min read
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 105 min read
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 264 min read
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 125 min read
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 315 min read
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 146 min read
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 15 min read
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 156 min read
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 15 min read
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 184 min read
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 54 min read
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, 20235 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20233 min read
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, 20234 min read
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...
Melissa Sims
Aug 18, 20234 min read
Be Comfortable with the UNcomfortable
It is safe to say that we each experience discomfort daily. Whether it is on a personal level or a professional level, discomfort is a...
Teresa McKee
Aug 3, 20234 min read
How Do You Define Success?
Mindfulness and success are not mutually exclusive, but who defines success and how do we remain mindful while pursuing it? We can be...
Melissa Sims
Jul 20, 20234 min read
Let's Reframe Our Idea of Self-Care
Is Self-Care Misunderstood? Quite Possibly. It seems like every topic we talk about lately is a new trend, or a term being overused…and...
Teresa McKee
Jul 7, 20237 min read
Cultivating a Practice of Acceptance
The practice of acceptance enables us to non-judgmentally open up to unpleasant feelings and thoughts, allowing them to exist without...
Teresa McKee
Jun 23, 20239 min read
The Trends Harming our Motivation
With summer approaching, or at least trying to (where is the sun?!), it might be hard to find motivation to perform. You may want to be...
Melissa Sims
Jun 8, 20235 min read
The Connection Between Emotion and Health
When we don't allow ourselves to feel and experience our emotions in their entirety, our bodies are not at ease. It is critical to allow...
Melissa Sims
May 25, 20233 min read
It's Easier Than You Think
Have you ever tried to meditate? Then gave up after the first few seconds because you felt, well, silly and didn't quite know what to do?...
Teresa McKee
May 11, 20236 min read
Using Our Words Wisely
Words are only 7% of our communication, but they can be one of the most powerful things to shift our internal state and our external...
Teresa McKee
Apr 27, 20234 min read
Facing Our Fears
Scan the headlines and it may seem clear that we’re living in scary times and have every reason to be fearful. But zoom in on your own...
Teresa McKee
Apr 13, 20236 min read
Effects of Constant Self-Scrutiny
We could never have imagined even 15 years ago that we would essentially be on camera, constantly seeing our own image throughout our...
Teresa McKee
Mar 30, 20236 min read
Avoiding the Spiral of Self-Sabotage
Are you your own worst enemy? Do you ever start to feel like there is one common theme in your shortcomings, or your failures? Can that...
Teresa McKee
Mar 19, 20235 min read
Resilience
Change is truly the only constant in life and we can’t stop it or avoid it. But we can strengthen our resiliency to manage it. Resilience...
Melissa Sims
Mar 3, 20234 min read
Hacking the Algorithm
Our minds work much like supercomputers, operating at their peak efficiency by using patterns and algorithms. But are we getting stuck by...
Vanessa Barajas, MPH
Feb 17, 20233 min read
Using Mindfulness to Solve Problems
Although mindfulness is commonly associated with meditation, it can be applied to many of our daily activities, such as problem solving....
Vanessa Barajas, MPH
Feb 3, 20235 min read
Creating Emotional Boundaries as a Form of Self-Love
During the month of love, it's easy to focus on showering the relationships in your life with love and affection, but it can be hard to...
Vanessa Barajas, MPH
Jan 19, 20233 min read
Navigating Change in the Workplace
In our fast-paced and interconnected world, agencies and organizations face constant change. It could be a change in technology, needs of...
Vanessa Barajas, MPH
Jan 6, 20233 min read
Training the Brain to Stop Worrying
Do you get stuck in your worries? Worry refers to thoughts, emotions, and images of a negative future. Often, we mistakenly believe that...
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