Self compassion is the practice of extending the same kindness, care, and understanding to yourself that you would offer a good friend. Instead of self esteem where you may feel good about yourself only when you have hit certain checkpoints or goals (ex: my self esteem goes up when I have worked out more andContinue reading “Self compassion Guided Meditation”
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Guided visualization for creative inspiration
As an Occupational therapist, I often find myself using my yoga teacher skills and passions to engage my clients in self care. I am a big advocate for using leisure activities and creativity as a way to express your emotions and find peace during challenging mental health times. I have been seeing a lot ofContinue reading “Guided visualization for creative inspiration”
Something you should know…
What’s something you believe everyone should know. You are worthy of good things. You are smart in your own way. You are caring and compassionate. Your opinion matters. You are capable. You are deserving of love. You are strong. You are important. You make a difference to someone. You are enough. You matter. 🩷
Autumn falling leaf guided visualization 🍁🌻
As an Occupational therapist, I often find myself using my yoga teacher skills and passions to engage my clients in self care. I am a big advocate for using nature as a co-therapist as well as a tool for self care. I have been reading a lot about forest bathing, experimenting with various nature basedContinue reading “Autumn falling leaf guided visualization 🍁🌻”
Mindful relaxation technique – Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Occupational therapy is all about the balance of work, play and relaxation in order to create a live of quality and wellbeing. Often times our modern society fixates a lot on productivity in work, volunteering, home life etc, and our stress levels can fly through the roof. Self care and mindfulness are important practices toContinue reading “Mindful relaxation technique – Progressive Muscle Relaxation”
Enchanted Forest guided meditation for kids
As an Occupational therapist, I often find myself using my yoga teacher skills and passions to engage my clients in self care. I am a big advocate for using nature as a co-therapist as well as a tool for self care. I have been reading a lot about forest bathing, experimenting with various nature basedContinue reading “Enchanted Forest guided meditation for kids”
Past, future, and living in the present
Take a moment to stop and bring attention to your breathing. Breathe in, and then a big sigh out. Where is your brain taking you right now? Today’s Bloganuary prompt will take us on a journey of mental health and the importance of living in the present ; Do you spend more time thinking aboutContinue reading “Past, future, and living in the present”
Trying something new today ! 🌼🌸
Self compassion challenge
Happy day everyone! I posted this on my Instagram account and I thought I’d share this here as a bit of an interactive conversation starter! In one of my previous Quote of the Day posts I shared a bit about self compassion and how we can incorporate that more in our lives instead of selfContinue reading “Self compassion challenge”
Summer guided visualization 🏖️
As an Occupational therapist, I often find myself using my yoga teacher skills and passions to engage my clients in self care. I am a big advocate for using nature as a co-therapist as well as a tool for self care. I have been reading a lot about forest bathing, experimenting with various nature basedContinue reading “Summer guided visualization 🏖️”
Be Your Own Sunshine 