No need to perform a perfect holiday

No need to perform a perfect holiday

Most New Year’s resolutions are built on the idea that we need more discipline or willpower. However, from a nervous system perspective, lasting change doesn’t come from pushing harder. It comes from feeling regulated enough to change. When we’re under chronic stress,...
Inviting Grief Into the Joy of the Holiday Season

Inviting Grief Into the Joy of the Holiday Season

The holiday season can truly be magical, as it is often filled with gatherings, shared meals, rituals, and moments that invite us to slow down and reconnect. And yet, they can also be emotionally intense. With so many events, expectations, and reminders of how things...