As Thanksgiving nears, many feel pressured to express gratitude, which can feel overwhelming or insincere. Instead, embrace a more personal and flexible approach to appreciation. Explore simple practices like self-gratitude and savoring everyday moments, allowing gratitude to foster genuine connection and peace during the holiday season.
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Manage Holiday Overwhelm — Finding Calm With Anchors
While the holiday season often brings moments of joy and togetherness, it can just as easily be a time of stress and emotional complexity. Many of us feel the pressure of packed schedules, financial worries, or the drive to create picture-perfect gatherings. Sometimes, the expectation to be cheerful feels out of reach—especially when coping withContinue reading “Manage Holiday Overwhelm — Finding Calm With Anchors”
How to Get Past the “Feeling” of Procrastination & Enjoy the Next Step
Many people struggle with procrastination, especially regarding career changes and personal goals. This common challenge can stem from various factors, including fear, self-doubt, or unclear objectives. By understanding these underlying issues and employing simple strategies, like celebrating small wins or seeking support, you can overcome these obstacles and move forward with confidence.
When the World Looks Dark, Look Here
Despite the negativity bias prevalent in our minds and media, hope and kindness still thrive in our world. By actively seeking uplifting news, noticing acts of kindness, practicing gratitude, and sharing positive stories, we can rebuild our faith in humanity. Together, let’s focus on the goodness that surrounds us!
Emotions Rising? Here’s Your Roadmap
Anger often emerges in conversations, prompting us to react in various ways. Instead of resisting it, we can embrace and understand it as a messenger revealing our needs. By practicing self-compassion and setting boundaries, we can navigate difficult emotions, fostering thoughtful responses and honor both ourselves and others.
Feeling Triggered by Politics?
In the chaotic realm of social media and elections, I discovered a wild tactic: empathy! Instead of unfriending my politically charged pals, I reminded myself we all love dogs and beach days. Adopting this 3-step compassion practice helped dial down the anger. Turns out, we’re all just seeking happiness—who knew?
Connecting When We Disagree
In an inspiring new series, we explore “Challenging Conversations: Connecting When Opinions Differ.” Each week will offer practical, positive psychology approaches to foster empathy, compassion, and meaningful connections during difficult discussions. Join the journey and embrace the power of empathetic listening to enhance your relationships and navigate challenging conversations effectively!
Sneak Peek Into Positive Launch
I’m back from Amsterdam and Belgium—proud to report that I managed to dodge every speeding bicycle and that my carry-on was only half full of chocolate. Now that I’m settled back at home, I’m thrilled to start counting down to Positive Launch! And today, I want to give you a behind-the-scenes look at one ofContinue reading “Sneak Peek Into Positive Launch”
Packing, Planes, and Personal Strengths—How I’m Surviving (& Thriving!)
This week I’m doing something a little different to wrap up our Summer of Strengths. Instead of spotlighting just one strength, I’d love to show you how all of our signature strengths can support us during times of transition. At the end, we’ll walk through a simple way you can start putting your own VIAContinue reading “Packing, Planes, and Personal Strengths—How I’m Surviving (& Thriving!) “
Teamwork: The Ultimate Improv Act
The pressure was on in the crowded classroom as my friends and I scrambled to create a skit using the words panty hoses, Saint Peter, and hell—with only minutes to plan. My friends snapped into character as Saint Peter and a lawyer, while I became a Legs pantyhose model determined to make it into heaven.Continue reading “Teamwork: The Ultimate Improv Act”
Dianna Collier 