Creative Ways To Spend Time in Nature
It’s common to hear suggestions such as “spend time in nature” or “get out into nature” to improve our well-being. We instinctively know that being…
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Self-Transcendent Experiences and the Nervous System
Transcendence is when we feel connected as a small part of something bigger and a contributor to the way things are (and could become).
Are There Strangers in Your Gondola?
Have you ever had a tranquil moment trampled on by strangers? We’ve been exploring the phrase “I’m a hole, I’m not alone” as a creative…
Re-Storying With The Autonomic Nervous System
Re-storying brings awareness and understanding to the cognitive meaning we give to our different states.
Why True Accommodation is Sweet Relief For Highly Sensitive People
Have you ever received the gift of true accommodation? The feeling of being welcomed and accepted into someone else’s home. Where your presence is not…
How Do You Stop Caring About What People Think of You?
Do you tend to overthink things? You’re not alone! Probably even more so for introverted and sensitive types. We have the thoughts…and then we experience…
On People Pleasing and Holding Criticism
This week I want to share some notes I wrote to myself after reflecting on how my relationship with people pleasing and criticism has changed…
The Problem With Starting Small (and Scaling Up)
When setting out on a new endeavour or goal, the advice we often get is to start small and grow from there. It makes sense…
Reshaping The Autonomic Nervous System
The nervous system took time to shape, and it's the same for reshaping it. It is a gentle process that unfolds over time.
What is a Highly Sensitive Person?
High sensitivity has been with humans since the early days as part of our collective survival system.