10 Tips for the Self Care Staycation
We all know that time off is good for us, but Americans have fewer paid vacation days than other developed countries. Add to that, nearly 75% of us who do vacation put that trip on [...]
My Top 5 Self Care Acts of 2018
The end of the year is a natural point for reflection. We listen to the Top 50 Songs of the Year and media come out with lists of the Most Important This and That. I [...]
The Power of the Do-Over
I believe in do-overs. Whether it’s having a difficult conversation, changing a habit, or trying something new, the opportunity to approach something a second time takes the pressure off. When we know that, “Okay, that [...]
Self Care is Never Selfish
Some women fear that self care means being selfish. Yet, self-care never takes away from or depletes others. It enables us to keep giving. People often make this point through the metaphor of putting your [...]
Know Yourself — The Key to Self Care
I’ve been thinking about the ancient temple at Delphi in Greece, where women played a key role in the spiritual life of the community. Once a year, leaders would come to the temple to receive [...]
Welcome to Her Self Care!
Audio Version: As a clinical psychologist, I believe that much of my work is actually helping people learn to take care of themselves. I'm also a person who manages her own chronic [...]
