Flourishing Seeds Wellness

There is something about the arrival of fall that invites us to slow down, yet fall often gets a pretty bad rap. We mourn the end of summer, grumble about the cooler weather, complain about the darkness and, often even before we’ve made it through the first crisp mornings, we’re already wishing for spring. But what if we’re looking at it all wrong? What if fall isn’t telling us, “Here comes the beginning of survival season,” but rather, “Come on in. It’s time to slow down

After discussing boundaries on my social media last week, I realized this topic deserves a comprehensive blog post. There are many misconceptions about what boundaries are and whether they help or hinder us. The perspective often shifts depending on which side of the boundary you find yourself on. What Are Boundaries? Boundaries are limits or guidelines that help us understand what is acceptable in terms of behaviors, relationships, and personal space. They apply to both ours

I saw a post on Facebook the other day that has not left my mind. It said: “I saw a post I didn’t agree with. I didn’t get offended. I didn’t comment. I didn’t feel the need to change their mind. I still like the person. I just kept scrolling and went on with my day. More should practice this.”. Why is it that there seems to be such a strong urge for people to shame others for opinions, thoughts, and feelings that are different than their own? Of course, when w

What if you could harness the negative energy that might be wasted on those reactions and use it for solution-based thinking instead?

When we use empathy, we can disagree with someone or something, without needing to take them out at their knees.

It is through vulnerability that we grow.