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01/23/2026

When a winter storm is approaching, stress and anxiety often rise with it.
The uncertainty. The “what ifs.” The urge to stay on high alert.

If you’re feeling tense right now, take a breath — you’re not alone.

A few gentle reminders during storm-related stress:

• Prepare what you can — then pause.
Taking reasonable steps helps, but constant monitoring increases anxiety.

• Limit doom-scrolling.
Check updates at set times instead of all day.

• Ground your body.
Warm drinks, slow breathing, cozy layers, and familiar routines help signal safety to your nervous system.

• Focus on what’s in your control today.
Right now. This moment. This breath.

• Offer yourself compassion.
Feeling anxious doesn’t mean you’re weak — it means you’re human.

Anxiety often shows up when we’re trying to protect ourselves.
The goal isn’t to eliminate it — it’s to gently remind your body that you are safe right now.

Be kind to yourself as the weather changes.
Calm can exist even when conditions outside feel uncertain.

01/19/2026

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is:
What are you doing for others?” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today we honor Dr. King by reflecting on his legacy of courage, compassion, and commitment to justice.

In counseling, we often talk about the power of empathy, the importance of understanding one another’s stories, and the healing that begins when people feel seen, heard, and valued.

May this day remind us to:
• Practice kindness in our daily interactions
• Listen with empathy, even when it’s uncomfortable
• Stand for dignity, equity, and respect for all

Small acts of compassion create meaningful change — within ourselves, our relationships, and our communities.

01/17/2026

Rest is a healthy response to exhaustion.
Avoidance is often a response to fear or overwhelm.

Resting looks like:
• Taking a break to recharge
• Pausing with intention
• Returning when you feel steadier

Avoiding looks like:
• Pushing things off because they feel too heavy
• Numbing or distracting instead of processing
• Feeling more anxious the longer you delay

Both are human. Neither makes you “lazy.”
The goal isn’t judgment — it’s awareness.

You’re allowed to rest and gently move forward when you’re ready. 💙

01/15/2026

So many of us are patient, understanding, and gentle with others —
but harsh and critical with ourselves.

Being kinder to yourself might look like:
• Speaking to yourself with grace instead of judgment
• Resting without guilt
• Letting “good enough” be enough
• Allowing yourself to feel without fixing
• Offering yourself the same compassion you give others

Kindness toward yourself isn’t weakness — it’s emotional strength.

What would it look like for you today? 💙

01/12/2026

📢 Monday Morning Reminder:

Your peace is not selfish—it’s necessary.

In a world that constantly asks for more, choosing rest, boundaries, and self-care is an act of strength. You don’t have to explain why you need space. You don’t have to earn rest. And you don’t have to pour from an empty cup.

Putting yourself first allows you to show up healthier, calmer, and more present—for yourself and for others. 💛

What’s one boundary you need to honor this week?

01/08/2026

Emotions don’t disappear when we ignore them — they often get louder.

Research shows that labeling your emotions (like saying “I feel anxious” instead of “I’m fine”) helps calm the nervous system and reduces emotional intensity.

Try this today:
Pause and ask yourself, “What am I feeling right now?”
There’s no right or wrong answer — just awareness.

Awareness is the first step toward healing. 💙

01/06/2026

Hard seasons don’t last forever. With support, patience, and self-compassion, brighter days can slowly take shape.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🎉

New year.
New beginnings.
New opportunities to show up for yourself.

Let this be the year you choose courage over comfort and intention over autopilot.
You are capable of more than you think.

2026 Here we go!
#2026

12/31/2025

12/29/2025

✨ It’s the last Monday of the year — a powerful moment to reset.

How will you end your day to jump-start your week and carry purpose into the new year?

One calm choice.
One mindful moment.
One intentional step forward.

You don’t have to do everything — just one thing that moves you toward peace, clarity, and growth. 💙

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas 💙

Today is a reminder that peace doesn’t have to be loud, and joy doesn’t have to be perfect.
Whether this season feels full, heavy, quiet, or somewhere in between — you are allowed to show up exactly as you are.

May today hold moments of rest, connection, and gentle hope.
And if today feels hard, know that you’re not alone — support, healing, and brighter days are still ahead.

From our hearts to yours,
Merry Christmas 🎄✨

12/23/2025

You don’t need more time — just more intention.

Joy doesn’t have to be earned — it can be chosen.

Even the smallest acts of care can calm your nervous system and lift your spirit.

Which small joy are you giving yourself today? 💙