Saying “no” can be one of the toughest things to do, especially for those of us who are people-pleasers at heart. We want to make others happy, even if it means sacrificing our own needs and desires. But this pattern of constant self-denial can lead us down a dangerous path of dissatisfaction, numbness, and eventual burnout.
When we’re always saying “yes” to others, we’re essentially saying “no” to ourselves. We’re denying our true selves the chance to speak up, […]
Miscellaneous
Don’t Let Others Disrespect You
We live in a world that constantly tells us to be kind, understanding, and forgiving towards others. And that’s great! Compassion is a beautiful thing. But here’s the catch – we can’t let our kindness towards others turn into cruelty towards ourselves.
Don’t make the mistake of being so understanding and forgiving that you overlook the fact that you are being disrespected. It’s a slippery slope. One moment you’re making excuses for someone’s bad behavior, […]
To Avoid Burn Out, Listen to your Body
“Listen to your body when it whispers so it does not have to scream”? It’s so true, and it’s a lesson we have to learn the hard way.
You may be running on fumes, ignoring the little signals your body has been sending you: The occasional headache, that nagging tight feeling in your shoulders, the exhaustion that never seems to go away no matter how much you sleep. You just power through, convincing yourself it is no big deal. […]
Sharing Someone Else’s Wound
My son was on a trip, a semester-long program in Israel, and then they traveled to Poland for 10-days.
On this program, he made a good friend, a new friend, named Mason.
When they got to Poland, they were touring some of the centers of Jewish life before the war. They were also going to the camps.
On the third or fourth day of the time in Poland, Mason disappeared for the day with one of the counselors on the program. […]
Ten Must – Read Books –
These 10 Must-Read Books will Change
your Perspective on Life Complexities
Certain publications have been extraordinary signposts on my journey toward wellbeing and those of my clients.
Though we’re all aware of fundamental good health practices like diet, exercise, sleep, and handling pressure, putting them into action can be tough.
Here are 10 books that guide us on how we can create our best lives. The knowledge gained from them can help us tackle challenges and be amazing motivations to become the best version of ourselves. […]
How to Use Prosody for Effective Conversations
The Swedish “Brainz Magazine” published this piece I wrote on how to use prosody for effective conversations.
All of us will encounter challenging conversations at some point in our lives. In a time where there is such a variety of views regarding politics, social norms, climate, religion, wellness and even nutrition, opportunities for discrepancies abound.
Having successful relationships makes a big difference in the quality of our experience. In order to do that, […]
Ten Must-Read Books for Living your Best Life & Becoming the Best Version of Yourself
As I promised, here is an initial list of a few books that have been a wonderful guide in my path to wellness and those of my clients. Living a healthy lifestyle that prioritizes wellness can significantly improve quality of life and even extend lifespan.
While the basic pillars of good health like diet, exercise, sleep and stress management are well known, implementing them can be challenging.
Here’s where these books can offer practical and wise advice on topics like mindset, […]
The Biggest Problem we Have
The biggest problem we have is that we think we are not supposed to have any problem. But problems are the fuel for growth, progress, and learning.
When we are in the midst of a challenge, we usually feel overwhelmed & discouraged. We fear that things will never change, that we do not have the resources to navigate the difficulties. Remembering that things do not happen to us, that they happen FOR us, helps us to take a different perspective. […]
Abundance
What is Abundance?
At its core, abundance is the state of having more than enough of something. Abundance describes a situation of overflowing wealth, resources and opportunities. However, abundance is not just about having a lot of material things.
True abundance comes from a mindset of openness and gratitude. An abundant mindset appreciates what you have, rather than focusing on what you lack. It sees possibility in every situation and finds opportunities all around. […]
Acceptance
Resistance to what IS breeds dissatisfaction. Much of our pain comes from wanting things to be different than they are. Yet reality is as it is, and fighting against it is futile and only brings more struggle. Acceptance is crucial to stop suffering.
When we accept things as they are in this present moment, a deep feeling of peace can arise within us. Suddenly, there is no longer friction between our desires and reality. […]