All tagged resilience

Navigating Life's Storms: Embracing the Art of Dissociation

Navigating Life's Storms: Embracing the Art of Dissociation

Teresa Yu
health and wellness, relationships, professional development

In a world that's constantly pulling at our attention, sometimes the best we can offer ourselves is a little mental escape. Picture this: someone tells you to chill out, and your response? A deadpan, "Guess I'll just dissociate then." But what if we flipped the script and saw dissociation as a tool for self-preservation instead of something to hide? Come along with me as we dive into the world of dissociation and how it can help us navigate life's ups and downs. Whether it's…(click on title to read more)

Embracing Life's Quirks: Navigating Overthinking, Second Guessing, and Stress Eating

Embracing Life's Quirks: Navigating Overthinking, Second Guessing, and Stress Eating

Teresa Yu
health and wellness

Life Coach: "Tell me three things you're good at."

Me: "Hmm, let's see... Well, I'm a pro at overthinking, second-guessing, and stress eating."

Life Coach: "Uh, let's try again."

Yup, the classic back-and-forth banter that could easily be a scene from a sitcom. As someone who's intimately familiar with the art of overthinking, second-guessing, and stress eating, let me take you on a lighthearted journey of self-discovery—filled with relatable tales, mishaps, and the occasional life lesson…(click on title to read more)

Life's Marathon: A Journey of Resilience, Community, and Perseverance

Life's Marathon: A Journey of Resilience, Community, and Perseverance

Teresa Yu
health and wellness

Ah, the marathon – not just a race, but a metaphor for life itself. Imagine this: you're at the starting line, heart pumping with excitement, surrounded by a bunch of fellow adventurers. The road ahead stretches out like an open book, full of twists, turns, and unexpected hurdles. Sound familiar? That's because the marathon isn't just about covering 26.2 miles on foot; it's a glimpse into the human experience, packed with lessons and moments of triumph. Let's talk prep. Training for a marathon isn't just about physical strength; it's about mental toughness and emotional grit. It's about pushing your boundaries, embracing discomfort, and thriving despite challenges. Sounds like life, right? Life throws us curveballs, but how we handle them shapes us…(click on title to read more)

Crushing Self-Criticism: How to Break Free from the Downward Spiral

Crushing Self-Criticism: How to Break Free from the Downward Spiral

Teresa Yu
health and wellness

Feeling a bit down lately? Maybe you spilled coffee on your favorite shirt or got hit with extra work right before the weekend. Low moods have a knack for making everything worse, don't they? And to top it off, they bring along their buddy, self-criticism. I know that inner critic all too well. It's like having a judgmental roommate in your brain, pointing out your flaws 24/7. Evicting that sucker is no cakewalk, believe me. Sure, people say, "Stop being so hard on yourself!" But let's be real – if it were that easy, we'd all be swimming in self-love. But fear not, my fellow self-critics, there's hope! We may not banish those self-critical thoughts forever, but we can weaken their grip. Here's how…(click on title to read more)