Have you heard of the term “negativity bias?” Rick Hanson, a psychologist, coined the term to describe how our brains are more likely to hold onto negative experiences versus positive ones. He says that when we experience something negative in our lives it sticks to...
Have you ever been in a conversation where someone was asking you too many questions? Maybe you were the one asking all the questions. Either way. It is all good. There are many tips on how to avoid asking too many questions so that it does not feel like you are...
Do you know your Enneagram number? I should first ask if you know what the Enneagram is. The Enneagram is a personality typing system that categorizes people into 9 types. It’s used for self-discovery, personal growth, and understanding relationships. We each have...
When you feel anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed, how do you know the feelings are yours (or theirs)? Have you ever stopped to think if you’ve picked up on someone else’s anxiety, stress, or overwhelm? I remember the first time someone told me I was holding on to other...
Recently, a friend and I attended a talk by a Buddhist monk, Gen-la Kelsang Jampa. It was titled “Is Peace Possible?” Of course, I was intrigued. I’m always thinking about how I can be more at peace in my life. So if I could learn more about peace, I would be in! The...
Do you believe that no one can make you feel a certain way? Lately, I’ve had conversations with other highly sensitive empaths and I’ve noticed a couple of women saying, “I’m tired of everyone dumping on me. They won’t stop telling me their problems. They make me feel...