by Ali Barnum | Jun 22, 2023 | Coping, Intention, Meditation, Mental Health, Mindfulness
The Healing Power of Nature: How Outdoor Activities Benefit Mental Health In our increasingly hectic and digitally-driven lives, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the natural world around us. Spending time in nature and engaging in outdoor activities can have...
by Ali Barnum | Apr 12, 2023 | Coping, Meditation, Mindfulness, Skills, Tools
Life is complicated and busy. Everyone has their own responsibilities, schedules, and expectations we place on ourselves or which others place on us. It is easy to get stuck in a rut, or in a pattern we may not fully enjoy. Once we recognize we want things to change,...
by Ali Barnum | Jan 30, 2023 | Meditation, Skills, Sleep, Support, Tools
Sleep is an essential part of our daily routine. It allows our bodies to rest and repair, and it helps to keep our minds sharp and alert. However, many people struggle to get a good night’s sleep, whether this is due to poor sleep hygiene or other issues such as...
by Ali Barnum | Jan 25, 2023 | Anxiety, Awareness, Coping, Health, Meditation, Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a mental state of awareness that involves paying attention to the present moment, without judgment. It is about living in the present and letting go of any stress or worries about the past or future. The practice of mindfulness has its roots in Eastern...
by Ali Barnum | Nov 18, 2022 | Health, Intention, Meditation, Mindfulness
For those who struggle with anxiety, it’s easy to find yourself focusing on the future. You think about what could happen, what’s going to happen and all the tasks on your to-do list. We’re often so worried about the things that are coming that we lose sight of the...
by Ali Rybicki Barnum | Jul 27, 2019 | Chronic pain, Coping, Counseling, Depression, Meditation, Mindfulness, Support, Therapy
The Definition of Fibromyalgia According to the Mayo Clinic, the definition of Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Living with Fibromyalgia can be challenging. My Story of...