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A Softer December: How to Let Go, Cope, and Be Present This Holiday Season
Box Breathing: A Calm Corner for Your Mind
Imagine you’re sitting somewhere quiet—a sun-dappled porch, your favorite spot on the couch, or the stillness of your car before walking inside. You place one hand on your chest or belly. And you breathe, slowly and intentionally. This is box breathing, a simple technique that calms the nervous system and brings you back to your […]
A Wind-Down Ritual for Restful Summer Nights
Summer is full of brightness, movement, and activity—but even joy can become overstimulation. By the time the sun sets, many of us are still buzzing. Sleep doesn’t just happen—it’s something we arrive at with intention. Here’s a simple, sacred wind-down ritual: This isn’t another item on your to-do list. It’s your body’s way of saying:“This […]
Honoring Liberation, Light, and Love: Reflections on Juneteenth, theSolstice, and Pride Month
At Living Well Psychotherapy, we know that healing doesn’t happen in isolation. It unfolds in context—in the stories of our ancestors, in the wisdom carried by our bodies, and in the quiet rhythms of the Earth. This June offers us a sacred convergence: Juneteenth, Pride Month, and the Summer Solstice—three distinct, yet deeply connected invitations […]
3rd Annual Belly Monster Healing Retreat: Healing Through Grief
Grief is an energy we all carry, and more often than not, it settles deep within us—especially in our bellies, where emotions are stored and processed. That’s why we call our retreat Belly Monster—a space dedicated to acknowledging, honoring, and releasing this held grief so healing can truly begin. For a limited time, we’re offering […]
Is Your Grief Affecting Your Gut?
Grief and how it messes with our gut: How Grief Affects the Vagus Nerve:Grief triggers a strong emotional stress response, which can activate the vagus nerve. This can lead to a “fight, flight or freeze” response, where the vagus nerve is constantly engaged, even when there is no real danger. Digestive Issues: The vagus nerve […]
Tools To Live Well in Challenging Times
At Living Well, we deeply respect and care for ALL individuals, irrespective of their citizenship, race, gender, economic status, or sexual orientation. Our mission is rooted in love, and we strive to spread this love throughout our world, making everyone feel valued and respected. You are an integral part of this mission, and we are […]