Being present means being in the moment, it is a conscious state of awareness.  Not thinking about the past or future, just thinking about the here and now.  I hope you find these tips for being present helpful. It’s being quiet and still. It’s allowing ourselves to be aware of surroundings and where we are…

The dictionary defines affirmation as, “the action or process of affirming something or being affirmed.”  Not much to go on, so let’s break it down.    Affirm as a verb, to confirm or validate.  To make solid or resilient, to make an agreement or plan explicit and definite.  Okay, it’s starting to come together.  Affirmations…

Yep, you read it right, nurses are calm up top and are paddling like heck underneath.  Occasionally, you may see their stress as it presents itself in odd ways.  However, most people may never fully appreciate the stress levels nurses endure on a regular basis.  Not only nurses, but all other healthcare providers, assistants, therapists,…

“Sometimes you have to make a mess to find what you need.” by Katie I love this quote, and my daughter has a knack for knowing just what to say and when to say it. This came during a time when I had the dining room table covered in papers, while looking for something I…

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Have you declared your commitment to your self-care?  If not, it’s never too late!  Now?  Journaling. Journaling can be used to record events, ideas and thoughts, often with a particular purpose in mind.  There are various forms of journaling using specific techniques for different purposes. You may already journal or write in some formal or…

I want to welcome you to Breathe Deeply and Relax and encourage you to take a moment to consider making a commitment to yourself for self-care. This is a kick start to trigger our thinking of ourselves and any changes we may want to make to improve our lives and self-care habits. Self-Care is a…

What is a reflective journal (reflective journaling) or reflective writing?  Some may consider it as, “keeping a diary”, but it’s a little more in-depth and structured than just writing thoughts or recording events. Reflective journaling can be used as a problem-solving tool that can help with developing critical thinking skills.  There can be many different…