What, you may ask, is a hedonic treadmill??!! I first heard the term from Ronald Seigel, Psy.D., at a conference put on by Harvard Medical school on positive psychotherapy and resilience. I’m sure you have heard the terms hedonism and hedonist, the pursuit of and the person who prioritizes pleasure. A hedonist will pursue pleasure keep reading
Feeling empowered is a very important part of emotional well-being, yet it’s something many people lack. At home, at work, and in social settings, you may find yourself struggling to be heard or to feel a sense of control. You can “just let go” in a Buddhist sort of way, but you can also “show keep reading
Every woman has a story. Each tale is filled with challenges, accomplishments, amazingly happy moments and upsetting disappointments. Sometimes, we take chances and succeed. Sometimes, we fall flat on our faces. While every story is different and unique to that individual, there is one thing we all have in common. These stories, these one-of-a-kind ventures keep reading
Why not try the 8 Steps to Becoming You program this January? It’s a great time of year to evaluate what you are doing and how you are managing your life. Become more self-aware, be in touch with your feelings and what you want. Communicate more effectively and see your relationships improve. You can learn keep reading
Are you looking for an activity or outlet that makes you feel happy and connected to the people around you? Volunteering with a charity or organization can help you to feel more grounded and fulfilled. Spending your time helping others is also a great way to help yourself. In a recent volunteering study, researchers found keep reading