Real talk- avoidance just feels easier sometimes. Avoidance can show up in so many different ways in our lives and we may not even realize it. To first understand why avoiding avoidance is important, we have to first wrap our head around the anxiety cycle. So lets’ take a look.   

There is so much to consider when it comes to boundaries. Do your boundaries differ from person to person? Are they tight? Loose? Have you considered the difference between your psychological, emotional, and physical boundaries? How have your boundaries been crossed in the past? What does it look like to communicate your boundaries to others? It can feel overwhelming to explore what boundaries mean for us.

Hands up if your relationship with your partner has taken a toll over the last few months! You are not alone in feeling like navigating the waters of a global pandemic and relationship turmoil is just plain exhausting. Maybe you are the couple that has been quarantined with your partner more than you would like. Maybe you are feeling the stress of schedule changes, financial hardships, and childcare.

What is self-compassion? According to author, researcher, and teacher, Kristin Neff, Self- Compassion means being kind and understanding when being confronted with personal failings, as opposed to mercilessly judging and criticizing oneself for various inadequacies. 

As a society, we are navigating a ‘ronacoaster’ of emotions that feel both confusing and exhausting. While all of our journeys are unique, we have each experienced some form of loss this year. So how do we navigate the grief and anxiety that comes with this loss?