Do The Things
When you have been through trauma, social unrest and social energy can deeply affect you. You have probably become hypersensitive to cues and moods. If you spend too much time online or watching the news, you can get pulled into a deep sadness. It is very easy to give in to desperation and fear. It’s like how a small baby or the family pet always knows when something is wrong and then acts out to express the inexpressible. You are not crazy. You are not a mess. You are responding to your environment. The way to change things, to get some relief, is to change the environment.
Climbing The Mountain
I stare down at my tennis shoes. I am poised at the edge of the sidewalk. Before me the dirt path winds up the mountain. Straight up. So far the trail has been inclined, but not too crazy.
Here is where things get harder.
Celebrate The Strength of You!
Holidays are great, but the late nights, sugary treats, and proximity to family can take its toll on our bodies and our emotions. That’s why Bloom is bringing you resources for boosting your personal strength and sense of identity.
Naming Courage: What I Found at the Bloom Retreat
I could feel myself opening up. Beginning to change. Beginning to move. I could feel the pain shifting. Leaving. Or transforming. My voice was coming back. My lungs were unfurling. I realized my body was strong. It had carried me through horrible things. Protected me and nurtured me. It deserved my love and my loyalty.
The Bloom Retreat: Finding The Space You Need To Grow
Inspired by that girls-weekend more than four years ago, I’ve organized over 15 retreats for women all over the country. Science knows more about how to navigate and grow from crisis and trauma than ever before! Which is so exciting, especially because partnering with Bloom to create our Bloom Retreat brings science and compassion together as we find our path.
Commit To Some Time For You
How are you doing with your commitment to take some time for yourself? For many, self-care sounds like a great idea in theory, but it ends up not feeling super practical. This week at Bloom, we have all sorts of practical resources for nurturing your body and your mind. Take some time this week to get inspired, get connected, and get moving.
The Sunset Project
This week we have been focusing on different ways that we can take care of ourselves. Sometimes all it takes is five minutes of alone time, whether that means we lock ourselves in the bathroom or go for a walk. So, I wanted to share a quick way that I connect with myself, my best friend, and my day. Welcome to the Sunset Project.