Flourishing Seeds Wellness

As I sat beneath the heat of the water streaming over me at the end of the day, I couldn’t help but notice how good it felt to wash away my day.  It was an incredibly full and stressful day, but there I was in a rare moment of actually noticing just how good that shower felt.  I noticed the warmth of the water upon my skin, the way the water streamed down my body, taking with it the “yuck of the day”, as it made its way down the drain, and how good it felt to feel and notice

In the age of mindfulness, mental health awareness, and well-being routines, there are two terms that often get used interchangeably:  self-care and self-compassion.  While they both support a healthier, more balanced life, they are not the same thing, and understanding the difference and connection between them can help you build a more resilient and kind relationship with yourself.   What Exactly Is Self-Care?   We hear a lot about self-care these days.  In fact, I might ev

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

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