Sometimes finding courage means taking small steps, however haltingly in the direction of your dreams.
Category: Navigating Emotions
HALT I AM ME! Self-care for Occasional Hopelessness
Self-care is Emotional First Aid- While the solution to your problem may be complicated, the solution to your feeling hopeless may not be. Self-care is indispensable in helping us cope with difficult circumstances and emotions.
Does “fake it till you make it” work?
I’ve never been a fan of “fake it till you make it”. While it sounds like an instruction to be fake and stuff your feelings, when used to imagine yourself acting the way you’d like to, it can be useful.
Separating Thoughts and Emotions- A Skill for Navigating Stormy Seas
Separating thoughts and emotions isn’t easy. But when we are feeling overwhelmed it can be an invaluable skill.