Tag: Mind Brain Emotion

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Forgiveness Letter To forgive is not to forget. It does not excuse the offender. But it can ease your anger and hurt. Write a letter to the person who has wronged you. Express how you have been affected. Store the letter away.           Reference Woo, J. (2023). 52 Essential coping skills. Mind…

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Dear Emotion Write a letter to an emotion that you are having a hard time with or that you would like to have more of. Examples include, fear, grief, or happiness. Tell this emotion: Its current role in your life, how it has affected you, and your hope for its future role.        …

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Find Your People Staying vulnerable is a risk we have to take if we want to experience connection. -Brenè Brown Who shares or understands your struggles? Who accepts you as who you are? Who motivates you to be a better person?           Reference Woo, J. (2023). 52 Essential coping skills. Mind…

  • 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.…

  • Mindful Monday

    The Trust Ladder Trust is the easiest thing to lose and the hardest thing to get back. Do you see people as “guilty until proven innocent” or “innocent until proven guilty”? How did your experience inform who you trust and/or how you trust? How would you like to be trusted?           Reference Woo,…

  • Mindful Monday

    Feedforward Criticism focuses on the past. Feedback focuses on the future. To give / receive good feedback: Does it have good intentions? Does it deflate or inspire? Does it offer suggestions for future improvement?               Reference Woo, J. (2023). 52 Essential coping skills. Mind Brain Emotion. https://mindbrainemotion.com/

  • 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).…

  • 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/

  • Mindful Monday

    Accountability Partner A healthy dose of peer pressure can keep you motivated and moving forward. What area of your life do you need an extra push? Schedule consistent check-ins with someone who supports your values and goals. Ideally, this person can serve as your cheerleader and drill sergeant.           Reference Woo, J.…