Take Time for Yourself and be Grateful

 It’s been a while since I’ve discussed mindfulness and trying to stay present in a world that runs so fast. Last week was relatively busy, including two hospital trips for appointments. As I’ve mentioned before, going to the hospital can be a stressful experience for me. Thankfully, I was in

The Therapeutic Power of a Tidy Space: Exploring the Psychological Impact of a Clean and Organized Environment

 Modern mindfulness researchers have found that cleaning one's own apartment is one of the effective ways to combat stress and anxiety. Scientists have identified direct connections between a person's emotional state and the cleanliness of their dwelling. Emotionally mature and balanced individuals spend at least an hour and a half

Anxiety is the real Dementor

 Remember in Harry Potter, those creatures called the Dementors that sucked the happiness out of people everywhere they went? They remind me of anxiety, that dreadful feeling of doom, cold sweat, raised hard rate, nausea and shallow and rapid breathing, are all symptoms of anxiety. Most people have felt anxious

Behaving Bravely: journey to healing, self-discovery and freedom

 Paperback: 220 pages Publisher: Independently published (June 30, 2019) ISBN-10: 1077291167 ISBN-13: 978-1077291164 We live in a culture of outrage and instant gratification. Too many of us play the blame game, thinking our problems can be solved externally and quickly. Behaving Bravely: How to Mindshift Life’s Challenges by Anita K is a must-read for