Two months ago we welcomed a beautiful baby girl into our family. There are so many special moments that come with finally meeting your child. It’s like a being on a honeymoon, the experience is full of excitement and jubilation. The first burst of elation after delivery, the first glimpse of features, the coos, the […]
10 Valentine’s Events in Vancouver, WA (That Are Not Dinner and a Movie)
Let’s face it, at times Valentine’s Day can be redundant and boring. Doing the same thing year after year can occasionally become dry. Why not try something new? After all, novelty and adventure can ignite a stronger connection in couples! If you are a couple that likes to engage in new adventures, then we have […]
People Pleasing, Burnout and Boundaries
11 Affirmations to Get Your Power Back
Have you been feeling low, unmotivated or hard on yourself lately? Unfortunately, it is a common experience that people can relate to universally. Luckily, there are a number of things we can do to help! One of these things is accessing affirmations. An affirmation is a form of encouragement that validates a person or inspires them to access […]
From Helpless to Kindness: Food, Emotions & Me
50 Healthy Things To Do Alone
“Sometimes you need to take a break from everyone and spend time alone, to experience, appreciate and love yourself.” -Robert Tew Being alone is not always a bad thing. In fact, being alone can be very powerful and healthy experience. When we are alone, we can listen to our hearts and get in touch with […]
Social Media and its Impact on Your Self-Esteem
Social Media = Negative Self-Esteem About 7 months ago, I opened up a business Instagram account and started using it to share inspirational quotes, latest occurrences with Pax Family Counseling and little tips to implement for more fufilling relationships. To be honest, I had never really spent time exploring the Instagram world outside of my own page. […]
Prone to the Summer Blues? 3 Ways to Mitigate the Blues Before They Begin
Summer is just around the corner and for some it is a joyous time celebrate, for others…not so much. While it may come as a surprise, many people have a hard time truly enjoying the summer. If you find yourself struggling with the summer blues, try out these 3 tips: Create Structure. When summer […]
5 Simple Ways to Practice Self Care
Do you ever feel like you are running on empty when taking care of others? How often do you really practice self care? It seems as though there is always a project to complete, a child to transport to an event, another meal to cook, an additional friend who needs your support, and that burdensome to-do list that […]