Entries by Linda

5 Intention-setting Ideas for Expand Awareness of ADHD

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! When you hear the acronym PDA, what do you think of?  Up until recently, I would have said ‘public display of affection’.  Well this acronym has more recently taken center stage in the world of neurodiversity as a new symptom of Pathological Demand Avoidance. What is that you might ask?  Well, it […]

5 Intention-setting Ideas to Bust the Myths of Suicide

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Suicide Prevention Month Suicide is a public health crisis that affects millions of people worldwide.  Unfortunately, many misconceptions and myths exist around it, which hinder understanding, empathy, and effective prevention.  September is Suicide Prevention Month to help raise awareness of suicide prevention and of actions that can be taken to promote healing, offer help, and give […]

What is shame and why might it be important to talk about it?

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I imagine we all can identify something that we experienced in the past that we feel ashamed of. I know I can. I can also imagine that most of us simply try to ignore any memories of that experience, to avoid the uncomfortable emotions it might bring up for us. Unfortunately, shame is like toxic […]

5 Intention-setting Ideas for Living a Long, Healthy Life!

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Since I have been unsuccessful in discovering the fountain of youth, I decided to watch a documentary on blue zones.  It inspired me to share the growing body of evidence that is embodied by the people living in these places.  If you are not familiar with blue zones (and you have Netflix), consider watching Live to 100: Secrets […]

5 Intention-setting Ideas for Self-Certified Foodies

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National Culinary Arts Month! Celebrating National Culinary Arts Month can be a delightful experience, whether you’re a food enthusiast, a professional chef, or simply someone who appreciates good food.  Celebrating National Culinary Arts Month is all about indulging your love for food and exploring the rich tapestry of flavors, techniques, and cultures that make up the […]

5 Intention-setting Ideas for Summer Self-Care

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Summer is Upon Us! Ayurveda or Ayurvedic medicine is the traditional, native approach to physical, mental and emotional health and well-being in India that has been practiced for 5,000 years.  It includes practices such as yoga, meditation, chanting, herbal medicine, and dietary changes.  It is a natural, holistic, preventative approach to illness that is centered around the […]

5 Intention-setting Ideas to Honor Mental Health

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Mental Health Awareness Month We have been taught to smile through pain and to simply say “Fine” or “Good” when someone asks us how we are doing.  It has been modeled to us to wear masks and not show anyone what we are truly feeling.  Well, it’s okay to not be okay!  And you are not alone.  […]

5 Intention-setting Ideas to Celebrate Diversity

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Celebrate Diversity Month! Celebrate Diversity Month takes place each April. It was initiated in 2004 to recognize and honor the diversity of the world around us. It is a time to recognize and understand our differences, be it gender, race, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and other factors while honoring the common essence of humanity. By appreciating […]