Many parents find that raising an autistic child is an incredible privilege, bringing about positive experiences such as increased family closeness, personal growth, and expanded social networks.
Mindfulness meditation is incredibly helpful for millions of people, but enduring problems may also require a compassion-based approach, like internal family systems.
Many of us when approaching a new habit or setting goals for ourselves tend to lean mostly into discipline and willpower.
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“I want to be kinder to myself, not blame myself, you know?” My client paused, looking away. “But, I’m afraid that if I lean too much into patience and kindness for myself, I’ll stop gaining ground.
Thirteen year-old Alita told me she knew there was something wrong with her—something that made her “less than.” She felt that, somehow, she was “marked” and deeply unacceptable—even ugly—inside. She ...
It’s late in the afternoon when the knock comes on the office door. A parent has arrived, visibly upset about a decision made earlier in the day. As you speak with them, their voice tightens. Your own ...
Refugees who practiced self-compassion were found to experience significantly less depression and anxiety than those who did not, in a study by scientists at the University of California (UC), San ...
Morning routines hold incredible power over how we feel about ourselves and navigate our day. The first moments after waking up can either set us up for a day filled with self-doubt and stress, or ...
Heather Burkett-Ocasio is the creator and host of the #GoLoveYourself Brunch, a luxury empowerment event designed to celebrate women through connection, inspiration, and joy. She joined us today along ...
Today, the physical and mental demands of ‘ordinary life’ often leave us feeling exhausted and disconnected. Not just tired, but truly exhausted. And disconnected from our work, our family and our ...