Whether you realize it or not, a lot of your daily behavior is composed of habits. These are automatic behaviors that you do without thinking. You do them in the same way every day. From the moment we open our eyes in the morning, get out of bed, brush our teeth, take a shower, or fix breakfast, we are running on habits.
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What comes to mind when you think of groundedness?
Here is one definition: Groundedness is unwavering internal strength and confidence that sustains you through ups and downs. It is stability through change and even chaos.
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Every time I sit down to make art, I get lost. In a good way. There is something about the experience of engaging in this creative act that immediately pulls me in. All thoughts fade away, and I am instantly immersed in the feel of the paint brush in my hand, the sound of the pencil as it moves, the movement of my body as I move the supplies, and of course the visual evolution of the image taking shape on the page. This sensory experience that is so much a part of creation brings me fully and completely to the present moment.
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As you embark on this caregiving journey, one thing stands out: the roles you play as a caregiver. Just as you have different roles in your everyday life, caregiving introduces you to new ‘parts’ of your identity. With the addition of caregiving responsibilities, you learn to adapt, sometimes changing your roles or expanding the ones you already hold.
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As caregivers, we’re wired to give of ourselves. We often fall into the belief that we must be selfless and self-sacrificing at all times. It’s a nice idea, but the reality is that without boundaries, we can give so much that there’s nothing left of ourselves. This is why saying “no” is a form of
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