by Dr. Kim | Nov 20, 2023 | Holidays, toxic positivity
It’s November—a time for pumpkin spice and all things thankful. But is there such a thing as too many good vibes? Listen as we talk about toxic positivity and how it can backfire on ourselves and even hurt others.
by Dr. Kim | Nov 20, 2023 | Burnout, glimmers, Highly Sensitive Person, Holidays, HSP, polyvagal theory, stress, Stress Management
Not feeling so grateful at the holidays? You’re not alone. Listen as we talk about polyvagal theory and how glimmers of gratitude can help calm the nervous system and train your brain to notice the positives more easily, even during stressful family...
by Dr. Kim | Dec 14, 2022 | Burnout, Highly Sensitive Person, Holidays, HSP, Stress Management
It’s the hubbub of the holidays, and for some highly sensitive people, it can lead to burnout. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Desiree Howell about how to navigate the holidays as a Highly Sensitive Person. Check out this website for more information on HSPs...
by Dr. Kim | Dec 10, 2020 | Anxiety, coping, Coronavirus, Covid-19, Holidays, Mindfulness, Pandemic
The Power of Being Still in Times of Stress A friend of mine recently wrote a post about how she missed being able to wander aimlessly in a museum this year. We’ve lost a lot in 2020, including the ability to be carefree and aimless. I find myself rushing even...
by Dr. Kim | Nov 18, 2020 | Coronavirus, Covid-19, Families, Gratitude, Holidays, Thanksgiving
Ideas for Celebrating Thanksgiving During A Pandemic It’s no secret that 2020 has been tough, and the holidays can sometimes remind us how challenging life can be. In fact, if you are struggling with gratitude, you aren’t alone. Here are some ideas for how...
by Dr. Kim | Dec 19, 2019 | Anxiety, Families, Holidays, Self-Care, Travel
Plan before you go. Holiday travel can be stressful, but there are a few tricks to help keep you (and your family) calm under pressure. Don’t try to pack from memory. Make a list, or use one of the handy ones on the internet like this one. Use Author Chris...
