Train for Life

Category: Being Present

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Healing When life knocks you down, address your wounds and assess your pains. Stop pretending; Start healing. How did you get hurt? What are you feeling right now? What do you need right now? Do one (simple) thing today to help you heal.           Reference Woo, J. (2023). 52 Essential coping skills.…

  • Welcome December

    This month, discover peaceful moments together with friends and family.

  • Happy Thanksgiving

    Thanksgiving is not about a huge turkey and more feast or the grand consumer discounts. While these things may make us happy, will they bring us lasting fulfillment or temporary pleasure? Thanksgiving is about the quality time shared with friends and family (fur babies included) counting our blessings and being grateful for all in our lives, no matter how small.…

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Hear to be Heard Do you have trouble getting your point across at times? It can take two to tangle. Try acknowledging the other person’s feelings first, even if you disagree with his or her stance. What can you do to suspend your judgment and listen to understand?             Reference Woo, J. (2023).…

  • Welcome November

    This month, look for the good in the world.

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Belonging Belonging is the experience of sharing values with others and feeling valued by others. What values do you share with your friend/group/community? Do you feel valued? What are the signs of mutual understanding and respect?           Reference Woo, J. (2023). 52 Essential coping skills. Mind Brain Emotion. https://mindbrainemotion.com/

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Boundary Protection Loose relationship boundaries can lead to emotional drain.  Rigid relationship boundaries can lead to loneliness.  Do other people respect your personal space? What does quality time mean to you?           Reference  Woo, J. (2023). 52 Essential coping skills. Mind Brain Emotion. https://mindbrainemotion.com/

  • Therapy Thursday

    Therapy Thursday

    Autumn Affirmations Appreciation is Life-Affirming At this time of the year, be grateful for what you have and the strength that will carry you through the coming winter months. I appreciate where I am in my life right now. I celebrate my achievements and learn from each experience. Every day I learn something new about myself.…

  • Welcome October

    Find ways to calm your busy mind this month.

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Take the Elevator Down Are you feeling overwhelmed?  It’s okay to feel overwhelmed, anxious, sad, depressed, confused, or simply blah. Life is a journey of a full spectrum of feelings, emotions, thoughts, and experiences. That’s what makes life interesting and engaging! It is often said, through our struggles and darkest moments, the light is found. But, in…