Roots & Wings Newsletter
Finding groundedness while learning to fly
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Choice, Pleasure, & Function
Be wary of any tale that suggest the pursuit of always feeling good will lead to long-lasting happiness.
Endings and Beginnings
Take a moment to reflect and close out big accomplishments before moving on to the next.
Embracing the Power of Connection
To find balance between achieving and well-being, we need to embrace connecting with, trusting, and relying on others.
10 Well-being Soundbites
A quick list of simple and true words of wisdom for your well-being.
Confessions of an Over-Achiever
Why do I write about stress, burnout, and well-being? Well, let me share my story.
Healthy People Healing People
Instead of thinking that hurt people hurt people - let’s find ways for healthy people to heal people.
Thank you, Mama E - a Gratitude Letter
To practice gratitude this Thanksgiving, I wrote a letter to my Mama…
Energy Management vs Time Management
When looking at the things we need to get done, it’s important to know how to take stock of your most important resource - your energy.
Making Space & Time-Outs
Learning how to take effective time outs is both a long-term and short-term tactic for dealing with stress.
Motivational Interviewing - A Beginning
Listening is an art. More than just hearing someone, it takes skills in asking the right kind of questions and reflecting without taking over.
Don’t Feed the ANTs
Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTS) are a daily hassle pest that can ruin anyone's day. Here are three tips on how to deal with them.
Stop Ignoring the Check Engine Light
Self-care means more than just filling up your gas tank once in a while. You need to also look at the long-term maintenance needs for yourself.
Long-term maintenance includes many pillars of wellbeing. The foundational pillar for me has been adopting a true growth mindset.
Falling Up
I met with a friend and mentor yesterday who is teaching me to find the gifts in adversity.
Seasons and Change
Learning to embrace seasons and cycles has been one of the key things for my wellbeing.