My goal is to lose weight as well as a return to a regular morning exercise routine that includes stretching while listening to a guided meditation to calm my mind. Therefore, I am setting boundaries with myself when I say “no” to buying lots of processed treats when grocery shopping, or “no” to myself when…
Communicating With Animals: A Dream Ability
Originally Published: March 24th, 2025 2026 I wish I had the ability to communicate with animals. I would somehow protect all animals on Earth from humans by informing them about the ways they are hunted and how to avoid human traps. As well, I would enjoy hanging out with them. To sit at the edge…
Why Sun-Shiny Days Are My Favourite Weather
My favourite weather is a bright blue sky, sun-shiny day – during any season of the year. Winter. Spring. Summer or Fall. Doesn’t matter. A sun-shiny day spent outside is one of the best medicines for my mind, body, and soul. S, 🌻
The Successful Conclusion To My Therapeutic Journey
Mental Health Struggles & Alcoholism It all began for me in 1997 when I entered a 28-Day Treatment Program for binge/blackout drinking. Soon after, I participated in a Mental Health Day Treatment Program and started therapy at Avalon Sexual Assault Centre. During this time I was misdiagnosed with ADHD, DDNOS and PTSD. Years past as…
The Beautiful Influence Of Mindfulness On Students With Learning Differences
I do not have an influential teacher from my days in elementary, junior and high school; someone who inspired me to choose a career path, or help me find my way in any way where I was struggling. There were some memorable moments with a few teachers and administration. However, influential is not a descriptive…
Finding More Time For Self-Care Activities
There are many things I wish I could do more of each day. Mostly, the things I want more time for are activities that maintain my mental, physical and spiritual wellness such as: Work just takes up too much time and energy in my life. During this March Break, I have felt the transition from…
Another Tattoo: Yes: Got It Today!
Originally Published: March 20th, 2025 2026 My next tattoo? I still want the snake around my wrist, and I want to add something else. I haven’t quite decided what that is. Update – later this day… Inspired by this blog – on impulse I went and got myself a snake tattoo! Symbolism: S, 🌻 2025…
One Word To Describe Me: Kind
Originally Published: March 19th, 2025 2026 One word that is used to describe me is: kind. S, 🌻 2025 Joyful! Joyful Stephanie! S, 🌻