Being Present
Being Present in Your Life Understanding the concept of being present took me considerable time. Over the past twenty years on my spiritual journey, every guru, workshop, retreat, meditation teacher, therapist, coach, and book emphasized the importance of the present moment—the now. This ‘now’ seemed full of potential yet elusive, like an inflatable figure sustained […]
Personal Development – Maslow’s Hierarchy
Steps to Self-Development One of the critical aspects of self-development and self-empowerment is developing an ongoing self-awareness that fuels self-understanding. Without this, we feel lost and confused. Our needs are essential to our self-identity and how we show up in the world. When you meet a person with autonomy and confidence, the chances are very […]
Personal Boundaries and How to Set and Ask for Them
Set Boundaries and Find Peace Personal boundaries are a fundamental part of personal growth and building healthy relationships. Without them, we may feel disconnected, directionless, or overwhelmed by emotions we can’t fully explain. Everyone has their own unique boundaries. These define our expectations of ourselves and others across different relationships—friendships, romantic partnerships, family, the workplace, […]
How to recognize self-sabotage and what to do about it?
Breaking Free from Self-Sabotage Self-sabotage is one of the most frustrating patterns we face. You set goals to improve your life, but instead of moving forward, you procrastinate, make excuses, or distract yourself with things that don’t align with your intentions. The easiest way to spot self-sabotaging behavior is this: are your actions supporting your long-term […]