by Ali Barnum | Jun 24, 2023 | Intention, New Beginnings, Organization, Support, Tools
Working with a framework can help you to succeed Goal setting can sometimes be overwhelming because it can feel like there are so many tasks to complete. When I work with people who struggle with goal setting, I sometimes challenge them to work with a framework...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 23, 2023 | Relationships, Tools, Values
Importance of Trust I can imagine you already know that trust builds strong relationships. What qualities are in someone you can trust? Did the words dependable, reliable, supportive, or encouraging come up? Trust is an element that is foundational in healthy...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 22, 2023 | Coping, Relationships, Support, Tools
Want to learn how to overcome communication roadblocks? Effective communication helps individuals have honest, enjoyable, and clear conversations. However, various roadblocks often hinder our ability to communicate clearly and authentically. Identifying and addressing...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 1, 2023 | Coping, Mental Health, Skills, Tools
In our journey toward mental well-being, it is important to understand the concept of triggers and their impact on our emotional state. These activating points are stimuli or events that evoke intense emotional responses, often related to past experiences or traumas....
by Ali Barnum | May 31, 2023 | Coping, Depression, Mental Health, Relationships, Support, Tools
Supporting Someone with Depression: A Guide to Being There Depression can cast a heavy shadow over the lives of those who experience it. As friends, family, or loved ones, our support and understanding play an important role in helping someone navigate their journey...
by Ali Barnum | May 30, 2023 | Coping, Intention, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Support, Tools
The Power of Wise Mind: Balancing Emotional Mind and Reasonable Mind Achieving emotional balance and mental well-being is so important. One valuable concept that can guide us on this journey is the idea of “wise mind”. Wise mind is a state of mind where we use both...