On October 10th, folks around the world acknowledge the necessity and often privilege of learning about and managing one’s mental health. One beauty of this day is that it helps to break a generations-old stigma around the validity and non-pathologizing of mental health support and mental illness. Centuries of families ignoring their emotions, trauma, and conflicts has resulted in a cultural subconscious avoidance of anything to do with witnessing and healing one’s own mind.

☕️ I have this off and on again habit where I start to make a cup of tea and then promptly forget about it. Sometimes it is hours later when I return to the kitchen to discover my folly and have to decide whether to throw it out or salvage it. Every single time this has happened, it was because I got busy or distracted by something else. I’m sure you have your own version of this - doing laundry, cooking, various hobbies…the list goes on. There are so many studies and articl

🧘‍♂️ ⛰️ Sometimes self-care looks like a personal retreat in the mountains above Monterey Bay. Not a vacation - a RETREAT. This past weekend, I took a break in a way that I haven't for quite some time. One for me. One for my own wellbeing. Not a vacation - a RETREAT As someone who teaches about burnout prevention and nervous system regulation, one would think this would be a regular occurrence. But life gets busy and other travel, work, and projects have taken priority. It's

Mental health is a vital part of our overall well-being, yet it often remains a taboo topic, especially in professional settings. I’ve seen firsthand how workplaces that embrace mental health openly create more supportive, productive, and resilient environments. This is not just from my 12+ years as a wellness educator, but also as a leader in culture and operations at multiple organizations, ranging from tech to hospitality. This post explores practical ways to foster mental

Mental health challenges affect many people every day. Yet, finding the right support can feel overwhelming. I want to share how mental health coaching can make a real difference, both personally and professionally. This approach offers practical tools and compassionate guidance to help you manage stress, build resilience, and improve overall wellbeing. Mental health coaching is not therapy, but it complements it well. It focuses on setting goals, developing healthy habits, a

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Oh, the predicament of “Work-Life Balance.” If living through a global pandemic has verified anything for me, it’s that Work-Life Balance is a myth and always has been. I get what folks are trying to say by pushing this idea. The gist is to have boundaries, make time for your personal life, and take breaks when needed. I’m all for that. Truly I am. The rub hits when this lifestyle isn’t achieved. It supposes that there is an inherent split between our lives at work and our li

Give yourself a great big stretch, like you just woke up (so you can, in fact, wake up)! All it takes is 60 seconds. Give this stretch a...

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“The paths are many, the truth is one.” I believe that we’re all trying to ultimately get to the same place: happiness. It’s why we work,...

Typing, texting, writing, fidgeting, general "doing"... our arms and wrists can take a beating from our daily habits. Take a couple of...