“You can’t pour from an empty cup”, is a widely used saying that basically means you can’t take care of other people until you take care of yourself first. Self-care is important. You know that.  So why isn’t it a priority? I get it - you’re busy!  There’s not enough time in the day to get it all done.  Besides, you’re strong and can just push through feeling depleted.  But what if I told you that eventually you can’t?  That eventually your happiness in life will depend on slowing down and doing activities that promote self-care? Here’s a closer look at how depletion impacts your overall health and how self-care gives you the energy and balance you need to make better decisions, have healthier relationships and be happier in life. 

What if I told you that taking a break won’t make you less productive and put you behind in your work? It’s quite the opposite, actually … regular breaks help you be more efficient and productive so you can get more things done quicker!

The things that we believe actually can turn into our character and become our destiny.

Let’s talk about impermanence.

The practice of mindfulness is not keeping your mind quiet and learning how to be Zen at all times. The practice is recognizing when you are caught in a thought and gently, with kindness, drawing your awareness back to the present moment.  

It seems everyone is talking about being mindful, eating mindfully and generally staying present to combat stress. Living in the present moment will help quiet the mind, calm the body and reduce anxiety, and it’s easy to get started.